Embedded Firmware Engineer

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Job Summary

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in VHDL and Electronic Circuit Analysis.
• Experience in the bring-up/commissioning of a board from Vendors repository of Linux drivers.
• Education in Electronics, Electrical or Computer Engineering or 4 years’ experience in programming, software testing and Electronics.
• VHDL design, implementation, and troubleshooting experience including simulation, test benches and system testing.
• Familiarity with reading printed circuit board schematics, component datasheets, and circuit board layouts.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux OS, Wired/Wireless Network Architecture, Systems Testing, Software/Data Base Testing is a plus.
• Familiarity with Ethernet (1GB/s), HDMI, SPI, CAN, PCIe, SSD’s and NXP’s IMX8 line of processors.
• Excellent communication skills a must – written and verbal.
• Team oriented.
• Programming Languages: Knowledge of high-level languages like C, C++, VB or Python, a plus.  Knowledge of QT or GTK package a plus.
• Familiarity and knowledge of using high speed oscilloscope a plus.

Job Description:

• Write specifications for Implementing and testing VHDL based projects on CPLDs and FPGAs.
• Loading, installing, and testing a vendor provided Linux/GitHub repository on a new hardware platform.
• Review, modify and/or create board specific drivers.
• Create and Maintain project documentation including New Product Introduction Documents, Test Specifications, Test Procedures and Test Reports.
• Write test code for listed features for testing/validation:  To include but not limited to Ethernet, CAN, HDMI, SPI, PCIe (SSD’s), etc..
• Candidates must be able to communicate effectively and professionally over the phone and in person.

• Salary range $100k - $120k

Additional Job Details

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