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Firmware Engineer

Waymaker Engineering
Alma, AR

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid holidays
Paid time off

Qualifications

FPGA
Firmware
English
Firmware development
Microcontrollers
C++
C
Bachelor's degree
Embedded software
Electrical Engineering

Full Job Description

We are seeking a Firmware Engineer with experience in microcontroller/microprocessor programming in C/C++. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience developing and debugging firmware for custom hardware and embedded systems.

This position has an on-site requirement in Alma, Arkansas, and is NOT open to fully remote. Working from home 1-2 days a week may be an option long term, depending on active projects.

Primary Position Responsibilities and Required Experience

Develop firmware for microcontrollers, microprocessors, and DSPs in C/C++ (Microchip, Texas Instruments, STMicroelectronics, Espressif ESP modules, etc.)
Program and configure microcontroller peripherals such as ADCs, DACs, PWMs, timers/real-time clocks, and interrupt service routines (ISRs)
Implement and debug communication protocols including I2C, UART, SPI, USB, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth
Design and implement firmware routines for signal processing, algorithm development, system logic, state machines, and communication structures (e.g., command/data parsing, CRC handling)
Develop firmware to control and interface with external sensors, ICs, memory devices, LCDs, user interface components, and other peripherals
Validate and troubleshoot firmware on custom hardware prototypes and embedded systems, including debugging at both the firmware and hardware levels
Use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other test equipment to diagnose and validate signals, timing, and communications
Collaborate closely with the hardware engineering team on microcontroller and peripheral integration
Work with other firmware and software engineers to achieve system-level integration and performance goals

Previous hands-on experience designing firmware for custom hardware and verifying/debugging firmware on custom hardware is a must.

Additional Responsibilities May Include

Client engagement
Defining firmware requirement specifications for projects
Experimental data collection and reporting
Preparing internal and client-facing documentation and reports

An Ideal Candidate Would Have

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or similar)
Hands-on experience with embedded system design and debugging
Familiarity with Microchip, TI, and/or ST microcontrollers or processors
Ability to read schematics and interpret PCB layouts.
A positive attitude, communicate clearly, work collaboratively, demonstrate honesty and integrity, and have a passion for engineering, problem-solving, and learning.

Experience That’s a Plus

Familiarity with MPLAB X IDE
Experience with ESP-IDF and ESP modules
Experience with FreeRTOS
Proficiency with Git version control
Exposure to Altium Designer ECAD software
Hardware design experience (circuit and/or PCB design)
Java desktop programming experience
AWS or Azure experience
FPGA design using VHDL (Xilinx / Vivado IDE)

This is a full-time role with an on-site requirement in Alma, AR.

Position includes group Health Insurance eligibility and paid PTO/Holiday hours.

If you’re passionate about embedded systems and eager to join a growing company focused on tackling real-world challenges in product design and R&D, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply here, or send your resume to [email protected].

Waymaker Engineering’s purpose is to partner with clients to provide superior engineering and design services. Our focus is on electronic designs and product development. We offer services of custom hardware, firmware, prototyping, and more! www.WaymakerEngineering.com

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

What are your salary expectations?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Firmware: 2 years (Preferred)
C: 2 years (Preferred)
C++: 2 years (Preferred)
Microcontrollers: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Alma, AR 72921 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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