ProdataKey · 1 month ago
Staff Embedded Systems Engineer - Draper, UT
PDK
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
15+ years expProdataKey is a leading innovator of cloud-based access control products and services. They are seeking a Staff Embedded Systems Engineer responsible for leading technical design, development, and validation of embedded hardware and firmware projects, while mentoring engineers and ensuring the delivery of reliable, secure hardware for access control products.
Cloud ComputingSecuritySoftware
Responsibilities
Design and review schematics and multi-layer PCB layouts optimized for signal integrity, manufacturability, EMC/EMI compliance, and cost efficiency
Select components and guide hardware architecture for new product designs
Architect and implement embedded firmware for ARM Cortex-M or similar microcontrollers in a FreeRTOS or comparable RTOS environment
Support regulatory compliance efforts (UL, FCC/EMC, CE) and drive mitigation strategies when test failures occur
Collaborate with internal engineers and third-party design partners to integrate microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, wireless modules, and other subsystems
Establish and promote best practices for embedded design, code quality, PCB layout, and system reliability
Mentor senior and junior engineers, provide technical guidance, and support the overall direction of the Hardware & Firmware team
Perform other engineering duties as needed in support of company objectives
Qualification
Required
15+ years of relevant hardware and firmware engineering experience
Mastery of PCB design tools such as Altium, DipTrace, or PADS
Mastery of C/C++ and embedded system development using RTOS platforms such as FreeRTOS or Zephyr
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar field
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously while mentoring other engineers and elevating the team's technical output
Comprehensive knowledge of embedded systems concepts, design principles, and best practices
Proficient with version control, simulation tools, debugging utilities, and hardware bring-up workflows
Deep understanding of the TCP/IP stack and associated security protocols
Working knowledge of wireless technologies, especially Bluetooth
Strong understanding of common embedded interconnects including RS-485, I²C, SPI, Wiegand, and UART/serial communication
Extensive hands-on experience with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power analyzers, spectrum analyzers, JTAG/SWD tools, etc
Preferred
Experience with physical access control products or other security-related embedded systems
Experience with embedded cryptography (secure boot, key storage, TLS, signing, etc.)
Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, and GitHub
Experience providing technical leadership to a team of hardware and firmware engineers
Benefits
Employee Stock Options in a rapidly growing technology company
Health, Dental, Vision, Life and AD+D insurance
401k plan with company match
8 paid holidays per year
3-5 weeks paid time off (based upon tenure at PDK)
Company
ProdataKey
ProdataKey provides cloud-based access control and SaaS services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Evan Orme
Chief Technology Officer
Cole Nebeker
Partner Success Manager
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