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# Embedded Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** Desoutter GmbH
- **Location:** Haverhill, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $110,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Adobe Flash, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Linux, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Firmware, FreeRTOS, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, QNX (Software), Scrum Methodology, Real-Time Operating Systems, Read only Memory, System Testing, VxWorks, Microsoft Windows CE, Multithreading, PIC Microcontroller, Test Scripts, Vba Programming Language, Stream Processing
- **Published:** October 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fc8709cae9c9f63e

## About the Role

You have 5+ years of relevant experience preferred.

 * Ideal candidate possesses degree in Computer, Software, or Electrical Engineering
 * Proficiency in Programming languages such as C, C++, and Linux
 * Experience and knowledge in embedded controls and real time data processing in Embedded Systems
 * Experience with System Identification desirable
 * Experience developing firmware for microcontroller-based systems and working with RTOS platforms such as FreeRTOS, including multitasking, synchronization, interrupt handling, and real-time performance optimization
 * Desired experience in Python, VBA scripting languages to write test scripts for Engineering validation
 * Desired experience and knowledge in device driver development for EEPROM, SPI, CAN, SERIAL, FLASH devices
 * Desired familiarity with various Operating systems such as VxWorks, QNX, Windows CE, Linux
 * Has a proactive, self-motivated approach to solving problems
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 * Ability to work closely with Hardware and SQA team members as well as small teams to complete tasks

## Description

As a Embedded Firmware Engineer, will be joining a cross-functional team of electrical, firmware, and mechanical engineers working on our next generation of cryogenic vacuum pumps and chillers. The Firmware Engineer will be able to demonstrate a methodical and detailed approach to firmware development. Candidates should be familiar with accepted industry standards for code architecture and have sufficient detail orientation to understand and modify legacy sections of code. You will report to our NPI Manager.

You will

 * Detail requirements, firmware implementation, integration, and some level of system testing in Edwards cryogenic vacuum pumps and chillers
 * Develop and design multi-threaded Embedded application for Cryogenics Pumps and Compressors
 * Quickly understand legacy products development and their working principles
 * Develop test suites for validation and testing
 * Maintain and management of source code
 * Flexible to oversee hands-on testing using real equipment (cryopumps, cryochillers, compressors) in a lab environment
 * Work as part of a team to deliver on-time & right-first-time solutions
 * Assist in the development, maintenance, and execution of automated tests
 * Participate in Agile/SCRUM exercises such as standup, grooming, planning and retrospective to ensure the team is working effectively and managing its work