Careers
SW017 - Firmware Engineer
Overview
We are looking for an energetic, resourceful, and well rounded individual
who can add their firmware engineering skills to our core development team
to help contribute to the successful completion and launch of various
wireless, RFID and contactless payment products.
Personal Characteristics
You must have initiative, welcome challenges, and take pride in your
accomplishments. You must also have exceptional communication, interpersonal,
and organizational skills and work well both individually and within a team
environment. The ability to deal with constantly changing requirements and
priorities will be a requirement.
Education
Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
with 3-5 years experience.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Software Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for
developing robust, real-time firmware for embedded microprocessors and
microcontrollers in assembler and C programming languages using structured
design methodologies. Your responsibilities will also include, but not limited
to designing, developing, testing, and documenting firmware.
Requirements
- Solid understanding of and expertise with complex microcontroller and microprocessors and their supporting hardware
- Experience troubleshooting problems using complex debuggers, emulators and other electronic equipment
- Experience with various hardware standards including SDIO, I2C, UART, and Bluetooth
- Experience with revision control, documentation control, and formal release procedures
- Fast learner that rapidly gets up to speed on new technologies
- Working knowledge of microprocessor hardware systems such as ARM7, 80C51 and MSP430
- Understanding of various encryption protocols including: RSA, DES, 3DES and AES.
- Knowledge digital RF communications and principles, especially in a mobile environment
- WinCE and iPhone development