Los Alamos National Laboratory · 21 hours ago
Computer Engineer Post-Bachelor
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. In this role, you will support nuclear engineering projects by developing firmware for microprocessors and collaborating with engineers to ensure the success of nonproliferation initiatives.
Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop, test, and debug firmware for microprocessors and microcontrollers, primarily using C and/or C++
Implement low-level drivers and firmware to control on-board peripherals such as GPIO, timers, UART, SPI, and I2C
Support processor bring-up activities, including boot configuration, memory mapping, interrupt handling, and basic peripheral initialization
Debug firmware-hardware interactions using standard laboratory equipment (e.g., JTAG/SWD debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters)
Read and interpret schematics and hardware documentation to ensure correct firmware implementation
Collaborate closely with electrical engineers on hardware design, providing firmware-driven input on processor selection, pin assignments, interfaces, and system-level tradeoffs
Assist in testing experiments and diagnostic equipment involving embedded systems
Support prototype development and system integration efforts, including troubleshooting and iterative refinement
Read, interpret, and implement engineering instructions, schematics, layouts, and other technical specifications
Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Maintains required safety and security training, assures safety and security compliance, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience developing firmware for microprocessors or microcontrollers
Proficiency in C and/or C++ for low-level or embedded software development
Understanding of microprocessor concepts such as memory maps, registers, interrupts, and boot behavior
Experience debugging embedded systems using hardware debuggers (e.g., JTAG or SWD)
Ability to read and understand hardware schematics and technical documentation
Familiarity with common digital communication interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART)
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Experience with technical writing or documentation
Contribute to a healthy and inclusive work environment. This includes ability to resolve conflict in a positive way, give and receive feedback effectively, and always show kindness and respect towards others
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in from an accredited institution completed within the past 3 years with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale in one of the following fields from an accredited institution: Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering with an embedded systems emphasis
Preferred
Experience supporting processor bring-up on custom hardware
Exposure to embedded system testing, validation, or prototype development
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex firmware-hardware interactions
Experience working with FPGA-based systems, such as configuring, integrating, or interfacing embedded processors with FPGA logic
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
Founded in 1943
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
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