Firmware Engineer

Applications Accepted Until October 31st 2026 Firmware Engineer On-Site Role Compensation: $60 - $75 per hour About The Role Our client is seeking a mid-career Firmware Engineer (Contractor) to join their team and contribute to embedded software development for MR platforms. This role is focused on delivering high-quality firmware while independently learning unfamiliar systems, resolving technical ambiguity, and progressing work with minimal day-to-day guidance. The successful candidate will work across firmware, systems, hardware, and architecture teams to translate requirements into reliable, maintainable software. This position requires strong C++ fundamentals, practical embedded development experience, disciplined engineering practices, and the ability to quickly learn and adapt within a complex technical environment. You will be expected to own firmware features from requirements analysis through implementation and verification, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and utilize diagnostic tools to troubleshoot complex issues. The role also emphasizes clear communication, technical documentation, and effective teamwork with globally distributed colleagues. What You'll Do Own assigned firmware features or components from requirements analysis through design, implementation, integration, verification, and defect resolutionIndependently learn existing code, hardware interfaces, development tools, and system behavior; identify and utilize appropriate technical resources and ask focused questions when neededDevelop maintainable embedded software in modern C++ using sound object-oriented design, clear interfaces, and appropriate error handlingCollaborate with systems, hardware, FPGA, software, and architecture teams to clarify requirements, evaluate tradeoffs, and resolve cross-functional issuesUse debuggers, emulators, analyzers, logs, and other diagnostic methods to isolate and resolve complex software and hardware interaction problemsCreate unit and integration tests, contribute to automated testing, and support continuous integration to improve software quality and regression coverageParticipate in design and code reviews; provide constructive feedback and incorporate review input promptlyEstimate, plan, and track work through user stories; communicate status, risks, dependencies, and technical blockers early and clearlyFollow applicable quality processes and produce clear technical documentation that supports design traceability, testing, and long-term maintenanceWork effectively with globally distributed teams and contribute to consistent design and architectural improvements across MR platforms What You Bring Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field5+ years of professional experience developing embedded or firmware softwareStrong C++ programming skills, including object-oriented design, memory management, concurrency fundamentals, debugging, and writing maintainable production codeHands-on experience developing software that interacts with hardware, real-time systems, device interfaces, or resource-constrained embedded platformsProven ability to learn unfamiliar technologies and codebases independently, break down ambiguous problems, and deliver results with minimal guidanceExperience with embedded development and diagnostic tools such as debuggers, emulators, protocol or logic analyzers, and system logsExperience with Linux-based development environments, source control such as Git, and build or container-based workflowsFamiliarity with continuous integration, automated testing, and disciplined code review practicesClear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical decisions, raise risks, and collaborate across functionsPreferred: Experience with real-time operating systems, multi-threaded or concurrent software, hardware bring-up, board-level debugging, device drivers, communication protocols, FPGA/firmware integration, or regulated/safety-critical environments Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Benefits & Perks: Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc. Pay Disclaimer: The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. EEO: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Benefits & Perks: Calculated Hire offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc. Pay Disclaimer: The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.