Senior Firmware Engineer in Oxnard

Senior Firmware Engineer – Develop Embedded Systems for Advanced RF and Electromechanical Platforms!

Oxnard, CA | On-site

Opportunity Summary

A growing engineering organization focused on advanced electronic and electromechanical systems is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to help design, develop, and test firmware and digital systems that support complex RF and switching platforms. This role sits at the intersection of embedded software, electronics design, and system-level hardware integration. As a senior member of the engineering team, you will play a key role in developing microcontroller-based firmware, designing digital hardware, and supporting the testing and validation of sophisticated electronic products. The position requires strong hands‑on engineering capabilities, including embedded programming, hardware debugging, and lab-based system testing. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working across multiple engineering disciplines and contributing directly to the development of real hardware systems from concept through production.

Job Duties

• Lead the development of firmware for microcontroller-based systems used in complex electronic platforms
• Design and implement embedded software for controllers used in RF and electromechanical systems
• Support the electrical, mechanical, and low-level software design of new product systems
• Develop engineering prototypes based on customer specifications and product requirements
• Perform testing and validation of digital hardware and embedded systems using laboratory equipment
• Develop test procedures and execute validation activities for microcontroller hardware and digital circuits
• Create software tools and graphical interfaces used to control and test embedded systems
• Write and debug firmware for microcontrollers from vendors such as Microchip, Atmel, or similar platforms
• Develop test applications using LabVIEW or other programming environments
• Design digital circuit boards that may include microcontrollers or other embedded processors
• Support PCB layout and design activities for digital hardware systems
• Troubleshoot embedded hardware and firmware issues in microcontroller and electromechanical systems
• Evaluate electrical, mechanical, and thermal characteristics of system components during development
• Interface with contract manufacturers and production teams to resolve hardware or firmware issues
• Develop and maintain production test procedures, documentation, and equipment used during manufacturing
• Maintain and organize laboratory test equipment, tools, and development systems
• Participate in technical proposal development in response to customer requests for proposals
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners to support engineering development efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience developing firmware and embedded software for microcontroller-based systems
• Strong experience working with microcontroller hardware and associated development environments
• Hands‑on experience testing and debugging electronic hardware and embedded systems in a laboratory environment
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and logic analyzers
• Experience programming in C, C++, Python, Visual Basic, assembly, or similar
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of electronic, mechanical, and thermal system behavior
• Experience designing digital circuit boards and working with printed circuit board layouts

Experience

• Experience with LabVIEW development for hardware testing or automation
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as TCP/IP, SNMP, SCPI, or FTP
• Experience working with control interfaces including Ethernet, RS232, RS485, CANBUS, USB, SPI, I2C, GPIB, or PCI
• Familiarity with microcontroller toolchains such as ATMELStudio, MPLab, GCC, or similar environments
• Experience working with embedded Linux, Windows based systems, or Android platforms
• Knowledge of UL or CE compliance requirements and low EMI design practices
• Experience working with Raspberry Pi or similar embedded computing platforms
• Familiarity with RF technologies or RF system testing
• Experience working with discrete electronic components and integrated circuits
• Ability to write clear technical documentation and engineering reports

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on complex electronic and embedded systems that integrate multiple engineering disciplines
• Collaborative engineering environment where firmware, hardware, and mechanical teams work closely together
• Opportunity for professional growth while contributing to cutting‑edge engineering projects
• Hands‑on engineering culture with direct access to lab equipment and prototype development
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle from concept development through production
• Strong PTO policy
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k program
• Equity opportunities may be available depending on role and experience

Compensation

$130,000 - $170,000