Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer | Embedded C, C++, QNX, RTOS | Houston TX (Onsite)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team responsible for designing and developing firmware for advanced embedded systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Embedded C/C++, QNX RTOS, Linux device drivers, and low-level firmware development.

This role involves collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to build reliable, high-performance embedded solutions while contributing to architecture, optimization, debugging, and product delivery., * Design, develop, enhance, and maintain embedded firmware for real-time systems.

• Develop robust firmware using Embedded C and C++.
• Build and maintain Linux device drivers and QNX-based applications.
• Optimize firmware performance, memory utilization, and system reliability.
• Develop and integrate hardware interface drivers and middleware components.
• Participate in software architecture, design reviews, and technical planning.
• Perform debugging, unit testing, verification, and firmware validation.
• Support firmware releases, version control, and software maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with hardware, product management, QA, and system engineering teams.
• Troubleshoot field issues and implement firmware improvements.
• Document software designs, technical specifications, and development activities.

• 10+ years of Embedded Firmware Development experience
• Strong expertise in Embedded C and C++
• Extensive experience with QNX RTOS
• Strong Linux Device Driver development experience
• RTOS-based firmware development
• Embedded Systems Programming
• Microprocessor-based firmware design
• BSP (Board Support Package) development
• Multithreading and synchronization
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills

Technical Expertise

Operating Systems

• QNX
• Linux
• RTOS

Programming

• Embedded C
• C++
• Data Structures

Communication Protocols

• UART
• SPI
• I2C
• Ethernet

Memory Technologies

• NAND Flash
• NOR Flash
• DDR4

Development Tools

• Git
• SVN
• Embedded IDEs
• Debuggers and Emulators

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with firmware architecture and software design principles
• Experience with Board Bring-up and BSP customization
• Knowledge of embedded communication stacks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience leading firmware development projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline