ECS

Embedded Firmware Engineer

ECS$95K — $115K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming
  • Experience with microcontrollers and embedded systems (bare-metal and RTOS)
  • Familiarity with hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, USB)
  • Experience using debugging tools (programmers, oscilloscopes, JTAG)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and debug firmware for embedded systems
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system architecture
  • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in C and C++
  • Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and system validation
  • Optimize firmware for performance, memory usage, and power consumption
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in embedded systems and field deployments
  • Contribute to code reviews and maintain technical documentation
  • Support bring-up and validation of new hardware platforms

Benefits

  • Occasional domestic and international travel (up to 15%)
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Opportunities for continuing education and training
Full Job Description
Everforth ECS is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to join the RPL team in Chantilly, VA.

You Will
  • Design, develop, and debug firmware for embedded systems and microcontrollers
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system architecture and hardware/firmware interfaces
  • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in C and C++
  • Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and system validation
  • Optimize firmware for performance, memory usage, and power consumption
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in embedded systems and field deployments
  • Contribute to code reviews and maintain thorough technical documentation
  • Support bring-up and validation of new hardware platforms
  • Occasional domestic and international travel (up to 15% of the time, several times a year) to support installations, testing and other project related activities.


  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming
  • Experience working with microcontrollers and embedded systems (bare-metal and RTOS)
  • Familiarity with hardware interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, and USB
  • Experience using debugging tools (programmer/debuggers, power supplies, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, etc.)
  • Understanding of memory management, interrupts, and real-time constraints
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills
  • Willingness to learn and take direction from senior Engineers
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government DoD Security Clearance.

About ECS

ECS is a leading provider of digital solutions and services to the federal government. The company was founded in 2001 by Roy Kapani and has since grown to become a trusted partner to a wide range of government agencies. ECS offers a broad range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. The company has been recognized for its innovative solutions and has won numerous awards, including the AWS Public Sector Partner of the Year award.
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