Embedded Software Engineer
Shift5Salary not specified
$140,000 – $160,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Public Safety, Security TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 8+ years experience
- Proven track record of working with a large fleet of connected devices, understanding different phases of their lifecycle and related challenges
- Development experience within embedded systems/firmware design at multiple stages of the product life cycle (prototyping, pre-production engineering validation, release and scaling)
- Experience with MCU firmware development bare-metal and RTOS-based
- Experience with device bring-up within MCU bare metal, RTOS, Linux
- Experience with Android system architecture (HAL, Android Linux Kernel, Android Build System, etc.)
- Exposure to developing, testing, and troubleshooting systems using the Controller Area Network (CAN) protocol
- Proficient in C and C++
- Comfortable working in a Linux-based development environment, including custom tooling, containers, Gerrit/Git, etc
Responsibilities
- Develop high-quality MCU firmware for existing and next-generation platforms
- Work with key internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure deliverables meet development and design standards
- Develop customizations in drivers
- Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver quality software and firmware
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary range for the Firmware Engineer III position?
The salary range is $140K - $160K.
Is this Firmware Engineer role remote?
Yes, the position is remote.
What skills are required for this Firmware Engineer position?
Required skills include 8+ years of experience in embedded systems/firmware design, MCU firmware development (bare-metal and RTOS-based), proficiency in C and C++, experience with device bring-up, Android system architecture, and CAN protocol. A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field is also required.
What is the company culture like at Flock Safety?
Flock Safety has a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency, collaboration, and bold thinking, where employees tackle big challenges, move fast, and continuously improve in an intense but rewarding environment.
What makes a strong candidate for this Firmware Engineer role?
A strong candidate has a proven track record with large fleets of connected devices, experience across embedded systems product lifecycles, MCU firmware development, and plus experience with ARM Cortex Microcontrollers (especially ST MCU), FreeRTOS, or Zephyr.
Flock Safety
License plate reader cameras for crime prevention
About Flock Safety
Flock Safety provides a system aimed at enhancing public safety through crime prevention while ensuring privacy and reducing bias. The main product is a network of license plate reader cameras that capture essential vehicle information, which helps in solving crimes. These cameras utilize machine learning technology to ensure that the data collected is objective and ethically used. Flock Safety serves a variety of clients, including neighborhoods, businesses, and law enforcement agencies in over 1,000 cities. The company operates on a subscription model, where clients pay for the installation, maintenance, and access to data and analytics. This approach not only generates a steady revenue stream but also allows clients to benefit from ongoing updates and support. Flock Safety's goal is to create safer communities by providing effective crime prevention tools that respect individual privacy and foster trust between the public and law enforcement.
Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$372.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees