Senior Staff Firmware Engineer

Motorola Solutions, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA, United States
about 1 month ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$130,000.0 - $180,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

JIRA Bluetooth C++ (Programming Language) Communications Protocols Computer Programming Continuous Integration Debian Linux Software Debugging Linux Multi-Factor Authentication Firmware FreeRTOS
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Hardware Interface Design Python (Programming Language) Real-Time Operating Systems Regression Testing Cloud Platform System Test Scripts Backend Zendesk Testrail Golang

Job description

Department OverviewAvigilon Alta (Formerly Openpath), a Motorola Solution’s Company, is a leader within the access control industry. Our access control solution makes businesses more secure with multi-factor authentication, enables a contactless entry experience and can be easily scaled and managed due to its cloud-based architecture. Job Description, * Designing and developing highly reliable software for our internally-designed embedded systems as well as hardware interface services in the linux environment.

  • Taking ownership of your code, including verification testing and writing documentation.
  • Developing new features and existing packages in Python and Golang that run as system services in Debian on ARM devices
  • Work with QA team to design, develop and execute test scripts for life cycle, unit and regression testing
  • Work cross functionally with mobile, backend, hardware and firmware teams to develop new products
  • Create and manage drivers for Linux based operating systems. Implement and test security communications protocols
  • Work with customer support and other software teams as a technical resource for any customer issues and patch bugs as needed
  • Support for internal and external manufacturing efforts for product quality control and bring up
  • Work with a truly unique and driven team that comes from a diverse background of different hardware and software roles. Side conversations you’ll encounter range from hacker cons and bluetooth exploits to flying airplanes and the finer points of Texas BBQ

Requirements

  • 7+ years experience programming in C, or C++
  • RTOS experience, including Zephyr and FreeRTOS
  • Strong ability to analyze existing code and debug
  • Working knowledge of CICD workflows and basic implementation principles
  • Willingness to work autonomously
  • Highly organized, can juggle competing priorities and tasks
  • Familiarity with JIRA, Zendesk, and TestRail
  • Willing to learn and share your knowledge with others
  • Bachelors Degree, Basic Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience programming in C or C++
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits & conditions

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Visionbenefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • GenerousPaidTime Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • PaidParental & Family Leave
  • and more!

About the company

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

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