Principal Firmware Engineer

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Job Summary
: We are seeking a Principal Embedded Firmware Engineer to lead and contribute directly to the development of firmware and software for advanced medical devices. This role involves project planning, risk analysis, and making trade-off decisions considering technical, resource, and business metrics such as cost, performance, schedule, quality, and reliability. The ideal candidate will have experience in safety-critical applications, preferably within the medical device industry, and a strong background in embedded systems design.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership: Serve as the technical leader for projects, mentoring team members, motivating teams, and fostering a collaborative environment. ​
Project Execution: Lead project execution strategies, considering risk factors, and recommend new technologies and best practices for project success.​
Firmware Development: Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for advanced medical devices, ensuring compliance with relevant standards such as IEC .
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software, electrical, and mechanical engineers, to ensure high-quality and on-time product introductions.​
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all firmware development activities comply with medical device regulations and standards, including FDA guidelines and ISO quality systems.​
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. ​
Experience: Over 15 years of experience in embedded firmware development, with at least 10 years in a requirements-driven structured development process.​
Technical Skills: Proficiency in C/C++ programming languages, experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), and familiarity with microcontroller architectures such as ARM Cortex.​
Medical Device Expertise: Experience in developing firmware for medical devices, with a strong understanding of safety-critical applications and regulatory standards.​
Leadership Abilities: Demonstrated experience in leading projects from conception to completion, mentoring team members, and fostering a collaborative work environment.​
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced Degree: Advanced degree in a relevant field.​
Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar project management certification.​
Tools Proficiency: Experience with software development tools such as Jira, BitBucket, Git/GitHub, and familiarity with static analysis and unit testing methodologies.​
What Is Offered:
Benefits: Company-paid vision and dental insurance, discounted medical insurance, and (k) match.​
Culture: A values-driven company operating on principles of honor, results, and humble charisma.​
Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in a rapidly changing and quick-paced environment.
Location:
Houston