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# Senior Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** MKS Instruments Inc
- **Location:** Bozeman, MT, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $88,425.0 - $147,375.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Communications Protocols, Datasheets, Software Debugging, Digital Electronics, Microprocessors, Ethernet, Firmware, Hardware Compatibility (Software Requirements), Hardware Design, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Real-Time Operating Systems, System Software, Systems Integration, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, USB, Serial Peripheral Interface, PIC Microcontroller, Integration Tests, Bare Metal
- **Published:** July 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000ghrna7

## About the Role

equivalent experience, * 5 years of related experience* Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems* Experience working close to bare metal and low level drivers* Hands on experience with microcontrollers and microprocessors (ARM, PIC, 8051, or similar)* Experience developing firmware with or without out an RTOS

 * Ability to read and interpret schematics and datasheets* Experiencing interfacing firmware with analog and digital hardware via GPIO, ADC/DAC, timers, PWM, interrupts and DMA.* Strong debugging skills using tools such as JTAG/SWD, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes to troubleshoot complex hardware/software integration issues* Experience implementing and debugging communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB, Ethernet, CAN or similar.

 * Experience with code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing.* Understating of secure boot, authentication, firmware updates and vulnerability mitigation.Preferred Skills:* Prior experience developing firmware for industrial, scientific or precision instrumentation.* Experience migrating firmware from old ICs to newer platforms and validating behavior.* Direct knowledge of secure firmware update mechanism* Ability to author clear technical documentation for firmware design and test procedures and effective collaborate with other engineering disciplines.* Experience as a mentor or acting as a technical lead.Physical Demands and Working Conditions:* Frequently required to sit, stand, and move within an office, laboratory, or manufacturing environment.* Regular use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, test equipment, and related tools

 * May occasionally be required to lift and/or move items up to 25 pounds, such as test fixtures, instrumentation, or development hardware* Vision requirements include close vision for computer work, reviewing schematics, and analyzing data* Primarily works in a professional office and/or engineering laboratory environment.* May occasionally work in or near a manufacturing floor with exposure to: electrical equipment, electro-mechanical systems and moderate noise levels* Standard work schedule with occasional extended hours to support project milestones, debugging efforts and product releases

## Description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:Hiring Manager to create summary of job using template belowAs an Sr. Firmware Engineer at Newport Corporation, you will partner with Engineering to develop and maintain embedded applications. In this role, you will report to the Engineering Manager.You Will Make an Impact By:* Analyzing, designing, programing, debugging and modifying software for use in and around test and measurement instrumentation.* Interfacing code and timing work with analog and digital hardware and software operating systems* Troubleshooting hardware interaction and determining hardware compatibility and/or hardware design solutions.* Analyze and determine system software test standards and procedures* Migrating firmware from end-of-life ICs to modern replacements* Mitigate products from cybersecurity risks with software that is designed with security in mind.* Travel Requirements: Up to 5% of Travel is required.Skills You Bring:*, Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree or


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