Firmware Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Firmware Engineer possessing a development background on a Linux Operating Systems platform with Debian based distribution. This position will be responsible for the design, development, and debugging of production level code on embedded devices. Demonstrated expertise in all project lifecycle phases, from design and code development through unit testing, documentation, and release is required. Located in Kent, WA, this position is available to US Citizens or Permanent Residency (Green Card) candidates. Direct W2 applicants only, 3rd party recruitment agency submissions or inquiries will NOT be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for writing low level production code for industrial applications.
• Design, develop, and debug embedded devices.
• Be a part of designing and taking a product to market.
• Participate in all project lifecycle phases, from design and code development through unit testing, documentation, and release.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand needs and translate into technical requirements.

Skills and Experience:

Required:

• 7+ years of experience with a focus in embedded software development.
• A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experienced writing C++ (11 or higher) for low level industrial applications.
• Strong experience with modern C++, 11 or higher, is required, including the ability to communicate and implement object-oriented class designs.
• Experience with RF and baseband device driver and signal processing design and implementation.
• Experience with developing on Linux platforms is required; preferably with a Debian based distribution.
• Experience developing automated unit tests and working with SDETs/QA to ensure product quality is required.
• Usage of lab tools such as oscilloscopes or serial analyzers to debug software, and the ability to read electrical schematics.

Preferred:

• Experience with concurrency topics (i.e. threading and inter-process communication), event loops, and asynchronous programming.
• Knowledge with Jenkins Continuous Integration, Make and Google Test, Python, and or Golang.
• Experience with network programming topics (e.g. TCP, UDP, sockets, REST, etc.), Standard and BLE Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi.
• Competent with interfacing application code with device drivers on Linux.
• Proficient with Linux kernel development, device trees, driver modification or backporting, bootloader customization, and/or Qt stack.
• Strong understanding of Agile development.

Compensation: $140k to $170k annual

Benefits:

• Unparalleled health benefits (PPO plan with no deductibles, no co-pays, Employer covers 99% of costs)
• Quarterly bonuses
• Professional development
• 401k match
• 22 days PTO
• Parental leave
• 11 annual paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Winter break

Questions? If you have any questions, contact Dale via LinkedIn at

About Us:

The Patrick Allen Group is a specialized technical recruitment firm focused on Engineering, IT, Manufacturing, and Financial disciplines across the United States. We combine traditional sourcing with customized, technology-driven AI search strategies to connect clients with highly qualified professionals. By leveraging targeted marketing campaigns, research-based outreach, and strong professional networks, the Patrick Allen Group works to identify the right fit for both employers and applicants. We emphasize personalized service, community engagement, and long-term relationship building with candidates. Joining a role through the Patrick Allen Group means partnering with a recruiter committed to your career growth and professional success.