Skills Technical Services- Firmware Engineer 2 (260858)
Redmond, WA

Job Description

Job Summary

Skills Inc. is looking for an Embedded Firmware Engineer with our client located in Redmond, WA for an 18 month contract (W-2 ONLY). As an embedded firmware engineer you will be responsible for creating and maintaining firmware running on embedded consumer electronics. You will have responsibilities spanning all aspects of product bring-up, test, and maintenance: write, debug, and integrate new features, protocols, and other firmware code using C programming language across embedded product line.

You will be interacting with Hardware, OS, Test, Operations and various other cross-functional teams. You will also review board schematics and data sheets, utilize oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other test equipment to troubleshoot hardware/software issues. Enable test strategies for new components in upcoming products. Support product development builds locally and remotely.

Key Qualifications and Responsibilities

* Hands-on experience in design, development and launch of high-volume consumer electronic

product is preferred.
* Strong knowledge of Operating Systems principle.
* Demonstrable programming skills in C (C++ experience a plus).
* Experience and understanding of firmware design tools (IAR is a plus) and languages.
* Understanding of basic testing, coding, and debugging procedures.
* Experience with of standard protocols such as USB, I2C, MIPI, and/or wireless technologies (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or other).
* Strong analytical, problem solving, and debugging skills for multi-processor systems in a real-time environment with

I2C/SPI, USB and other interconnect busses.

Education

BS, MS or PhD in EE, CS, or similar degree required and/or 10+ years of relevant industry experience

Wages DOE. Excellent benefit package including medical, dental, life, paid time off, 401K. Comprehensive Wellness Program including gym subsidies. Drug Free Workplace. Individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply. Criminal background check and drug test required.

ABOUT SKILLS INC. Skills Inc. is a self-supporting Social Enterprise and is organized as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit. We have four lines of business; Aerospace Manufacturing, Aerospace Finishing, Technical Services, and Business Solutions, that operate in 4 locations. Skills Inc. employs over 625 people and our social mission is to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities. We accomplish our mission three ways; direct hire, vocational programs and services, and as a resource to the community.

Skills Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer