Staff Firmware Engineer

Location

Hillsboro, OR | United States

Job description

Description

As a Staff Firmware Engineer you will work on firmware, software simulations, and research for new and legacy features in proprietary wireless devices. Candidates will be asked to describe their knowledge in wireless protocols, embedded software development, and coding best practices.

Responsibilities

• Root cause analysis, critical thinking, solid debug skills
• Ability to find problems and limitations
• Research possible solutions and analyze trade-offs
• Creative thinking to solve complex issues
• Create clean interfaces for code re-use
• Coding optimizations
• Develop features to meet the needs of firmware validation testing
• Implement unit tests for features under development
• Devise system tests to confirm successful feature integration
• Document features, limitations, expected behavior, and corner cases
• Regular team meetings and 1:1’s

Requirements

• M inimum Experience: BS and 8 years, MS and 6 years, or PhD and 3 years

• Embedded software development experience

• Good understanding of scripting languages; e.g. Python, bash

• Proficient in coding C

• Ability to share ideas clearly

• Work well in a team environment

• Translating between different coding languages

• Knowledge of how wireless systems work

Nice to Have

• HW/SW interaction
• RF understanding
• Audio analysis
• Assembly programming

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $110,600 - $210,600per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance. 

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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