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HID · 14 hours ago

Staff Firmware Engineer

Cypress, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$124K/yr - $136K/yr

5+ years exp

HID is a high-tech software company that powers trusted identities for people, places, and things. They are seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to develop and enhance features for real-time embedded systems and communications protocol drivers, making a significant impact on global security solutions.

GovernmentInformation ServicesSecurity

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Developing and enhancing features for real-time embedded system

Developing communications protocol drivers for use in our embedded system and third-party products

Developing and enhancing network communication mechanisms

Porting existing software to new embedded hardware and software platforms

Designing and implementing software development and test tools

Qualification

C programmingEmbedded LinuxNetwork communication protocolsC++ programmingRTOS developmentMicrosoft Visual StudioEclipse developmentMS Office proficiencyGNU toolset knowledgeHigh-reliability platformsContainerizationVirtual MachinesProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsTechnical documentation

Required

Bachelor's degree desired in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

BSEE or BSCS

5-7 years professional experience in C or C++ programming, preferably with Embedded Linux and microcontroller RTOS development

Experience in distributed systems and network-based communication protocols

Familiarity with the Microsoft Visual Studio and Eclipse development environments

Ability to work on complex tasks with minimal technical guidance

Excellent problem-solving, design, development, and debugging skills

Good communication skills

Ability to effectively communicate in the English language verbally and in writing

Ability to read and interpret technical journals, specifications, international technical standards, etc

Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc

Familiar with operating systems, such as Windows, Linux, etc

Preferred

Professional experience in Linux embedded development is preferred

Knowledge of the GNU toolset is preferred

Experience with RTOS and high-reliability platforms is preferred

C, C++, TCP/IP, UDP, RS232, RS-485, SSL, TLS, XML, HTML, JSON, Web Services/REST, Containerization, and Virtual Machines is preferred

Benefits

Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance

A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture

Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential

Company

HID

Glassdoor3.7

HID powers the trusted identities of the world's people, places and things.

Founded in 1991

Irvine, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.hidglobal.com

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