Software Engineer (Firmware)
MicroTECH Global Ltd
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Software Engineer (Firmware)
7 April by MicroTECH Global Ltd
MicroTECH Global Ltd jobs

JOB AD: Role OverviewWe are seeking a Software Engineer

to join our clients R&D team, responsible for developing embedded firmware for microprocessors and designing test programs for production testing.This role plays a key part in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of integrated circuits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimise embedded firmware for microprocessors.
  • Design and implement continuous integration tests for firmware validation during ASIC prototyping.
  • Participate in the specification and review of PCBs used in production testing.
  • Contribute to the development of technology evaluation vehicles and software development kits (SDKs).
  • Automate laboratory testing and measurements using MATLAB, TCL, Python, and other programming languages.

Requirements:

Education: MSc in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:Minimum 3 years in a similar role.Strong experience in embedded programming with C/C++ and Assembly.Understanding of Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and time-sensitive software development.Basic electronic engineering knowledge, including PCB schematic analysis.Ability to work in bare-metal programming environments.Fluent English (written and verbal).

Desirable Skills & Competencies

  • Proficiency in code optimization (memory footprint and execution time).Experience using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes and power supplies.
  • Familiarity with version control systems and issue tracking software.
  • Basic knowledge of lex & yacc (optional).
  • Experience in developing low-level Linux drivers (optional).Understanding of Hardware Description Languages (Verilog or VHDL) (optional).
Reference: 54797441
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