Job Description
Summary
We are looking for a Firmware Engineer to join our wearables research
team, whose mission is to design, build, and test prototype systems for
future wearables experiences. We are specifically looking for a candidate
with a broad set of experiences, including deep knowledge of embedded
software development, the ability to quickly solve problems, work in new
technology areas, and drive ambiguous concepts into prototypes.
Responsibilities
● Develop and debug firmware for a wearable device that includes
multiple sensors and cameras, application processor running
Android and co-processor(s)
● Develop firmware on micro-controllers or BSPs for embedded
linux, leverage peripherals, manage power consumption, support
boot loaders, and schedule real-time tasks (RTOS)
● disciplines
● Develop test applications to interface with a variety of peripherals
● Test the developed firmware with the hardware
● Document designs and performance analysis
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Required Skills & Experience
1. Embedded Software Development
5+ years of software/firmware (SW/FW) experience
Deep knowledge of embedded architectures (ARM Cortex,
AOSP/Embedded Linux, QC Snapdragon Wearables, AR2G1)
Proven ability to develop and modify drivers for high/low speed
peripherals and buses
2. Firmware Debugging & Hardware Interface
3+ years experience using logic analyzers or protocol decoders
for debugging and troubleshooting firmware
Skilled in developing test applications to interface with a variety
of hardware peripherals
3. Microcontroller & Embedded Linux Development
3+ years experience developing firmware on microcontrollers or
BSPs for embedded Linux (QC Snapdragon Wearables or AR2G1)
Ability to manage power consumption, support boot loaders, and
schedule real-time tasks (RTOS)
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
● Experience with AOSP/Embedded Linux driver development and
associated frameworks, like kconfig, device tree, Android, Yocto,
Build root.
● Familiarity with HW-in-the-loop testing, CI/CD, build system
configuration / scripting,
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.