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# Sr Embedded Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** Cortex Consultants
- **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** ARM Architecture, JIRA, Booting (BIOS), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Firmware, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Issue Tracking Systems, Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), LoRaWaN, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Wi-Fi Technology, Transport Layer Security, Serial Peripheral Interface, PIC Microcontroller, Zigbee
- **Published:** May 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us2c995053f24dccfb45f7592c4efaeb6d

## About the Role

* Excellent C/C++ programming skills with experience in MCUs and embedded system design and development.
 * Extensive experience in debugging embedded systems and microcontroller peripherals including I2C, SPI, UART, ADC and DAC. Must be able to debug issues using logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
 * Solid Understanding of ARM Cortex M0/M3/M4, STM32, and NXP LPC82x Series ARM microcontrollers and ability to configure boot loaders, SW interfaces etc.
 * Desirable to have experience with wireless communication techniques and associated protocols such as Zigbee, Z-Wave, BLE Mesh, LoRaWAN, WiFi etc.
 * Knowledge of networking connectivity protocols such as TCP/IP, SSL, HTTP, MQTT, etc.
 * Experience with JIRA or other issue tracking software
 * Excellent documentation and communication skills
 * 5+ years of industry experience with technical leadership
 * Demonstrated ability to drive projects by facilitating teamwork, establishing goals, and driving decisions., * BS or MS Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 5+ years working as an Embedded Firmware/Software Engineer.

## Description

DMF Lighting is seeking an experienced Firmware Engineer to lead embedded firmware and IoT development efforts. In this role, you will be hands-on, taking responsibility for all aspects of the firmware development process including architecting, coding, debugging as well as building and managing a team.
This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a talented and motivated individual looking to make their mark within the booming LED Lighting and IoT space., * Lead the design and development of embedded firmware for networked lighting systems for the residential and commercial marketplace.

 * Be hands on in the entire application development lifecycle focusing on defining, coding, testing, debugging, and supporting various features.
 * Research and evaluate new technologies and identify opportunities capitalize on them.
 * Debug and fix hardware/software issues in MCU based systems
 * Work with other discipline leads to create clear engineering specifications and documentation.
 * Scale up development capabilities using third-party consultants and overseas resources.
 * Build the internal infrastructure and processes to support firmware development, validation and sustaining efforts as our product portfolio grows.
 * Manage and mentor other firmware engineering resources
 * Follow and refine the company product development process, conduct design reviews and interface with other engineers and departments.


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