Lead Firmware Engineer
for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We must include only sections with real content. The posting includes: About the role (description), Responsibilities (the bullet list of duties), Requirements And Preferences (list), Qualifications (list), maybe Benefits (mention of benefits package), Pay (salary range), Schedule (maybe not given). Also maybe "Additional Information" includes employment type, location, relocation, travel, but we can fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it. We should not repeat job title. No Job ID. Remove boilerplate: EEO, application instructions, contact info? The instruction says remove application instructions. So we should drop contact email etc. Also remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate. So we drop the EEO line and contact info. We need to preserve all substantive information. So we need to include the description paragraphs, the bullet lists for responsibilities, requirements, qualifications, benefits, pay. Also maybe mention "Employment Type: Full-Time", location, relocation, travel as minor metadata in a short
. We can include that in a paragraph under maybe "About the role" or separate? The instruction: "fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it." So we can include a short paragraph after the description maybe. We must not create sections for Pay/Schedule/Benefits unless posting actually states them. It does state salary range and benefits package. So we can have Pay and Benefits sections. Schedule not mentioned, so omit. We need to use
for section headings. Use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits, and
for prose.
We need to ensure we don't create empty sections.
Let's extract content.
About the role: The first paragraph: "Boston Engineering is where innovative ideas become real-world technologies. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, we've spent more than 30 years partnering with commercial and government clients to solve complex engineering challenges and bring breakthrough products to market. From advanced robotics and autonomous systems to medical devices, digital solutions, defense technologies, and industrial automation, our teams work on meaningful projects that push the boundaries of what's possible". Then "Job Description This role is restricted to US persons ...". Actually the "Job Description" heading is not to be used as heading; we just include the prose. So we combine that into About the role? Probably we can have an "About the role" section with that description. Then responsibilities: The bullet list after "This role is ..."? Actually after description there is a paragraph describing the role: "This is a hands-on Lead Firmware Engineer...". That's more description of responsibilities. Then there is a breakdown: "40%: Technical hands of keyboard30%: Systems design15%: Integration, manufacturing, production support15%: Mentoring, code/design reviews, process improvement". That seems like responsibilities percentages. Then there is a big list under "Requirements And Preferences" which is actually a list of duties? Actually it's a list of responsibilities? The heading "Requirements And Preferences" then bullet list of abilities. That seems like responsibilities/requirements. Then later "Experience Working In Challenging, Hands-on, And Customer-driven Engineering Environments" etc. Then "Successful candidates must have demonstrated success and capability in the following:" another list. Then "Qualifications" section with bullet list. Then "Bonus Attributes:" list. Then "Additional Information" with employment type etc.
We need to decide what goes into Responsibilities vs Requirements vs Qualifications vs Skills. The instruction: Use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we need to map content accordingly.
We can treat:
- About the role: company overview and role description (first paragraphs).
- Responsibilities: the bullet list of duties (the "Proven ability in:" list maybe? Actually that list seems like responsibilities/experience required. Could be responsibilities. Also the percentages breakdown could be responsibilities.
- Requirements: maybe the "Experience Working In Challenging..." list and the "Successful candidates must have demonstrated success..." list.
- Qualifications: the bullet list under "Qualifications".
- Skills: maybe the "Bonus Attributes:" list could be considered skills or preferred skills. Or we could put them under Skills.
- Benefits: the sentence about comprehensive benefits package.
- Pay: the salary range sentence.
- Schedule: not present.
We must not invent placeholder text. So we need to ensure each section has real content.
Let's extract exact text.
Company overview paragraph:
"Boston Engineering is where innovative ideas become real-world technologies. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, we've spent more than 30 years partnering with commercial and government clients to solve complex engineering challenges and bring breakthrough products to market. From advanced robotics and autonomous systems to medical devices, digital solutions, defense technologies, and industrial automation, our teams work on meaningful projects that push the boundaries of what's possible"
Then job description paragraph:
"This role is restricted to US persons (i.e., US citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Boston Engineering will require proof of status prior to employment. This is a hands-on Lead Firmware Engineer. While the title includes “software,” the work is primarily embedded and firmware-focused: RTOS-based systems, hardware bring-up, driver development, board-level debugging, and close collaboration with electrical and mechanical teams. Some upper-stack or tooling work exists, but the core responsibility is commanding and controlling hardware. The Lead Firmware Engineer owns embedded software at both the tactical and strategic levels, ensuring that systems are architected correctly, risks are identified early, and the broader team is unblocked when challenges arise. This role sets technical direction, streamlines and documents software processes, establishes best practices, and raises the embedded engineering bar across projects."
Then percentages:
"40%: Technical hands of keyboard30%: Systems design15%: Integration, manufacturing, production support15%: Mentoring, code/design reviews, process improvement"
Note there is no space after colon? We'll keep as is.
Then "Requirements And Preferences" heading (we will not use as heading). Under it a list:
- Leading the design, development, and optimization of embedded and firmware systems for robotics, autonomous, or maritime platforms
- Streamlining and documenting software processes to accelerate projects and ensure repeatability, while maintaining high-quality standards
- Architecting and implementing firmware tightly integrated with custom hardware, sensors, and control systems
- Writing and reviewing RTOS-based firmware (FreeRTOS, ROS2, Zephyr), including task design, synchronization, memory management, and timing analysis
- Reviewing schematics and PCB layouts to identify firmware impacts, integration risks, and potential design issues early in the development cycle
- Debugging complex system issues using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, and other bench tools, and determining root cause across software, firmware, and hardware
- Building and maintaining benchtop development setups (“roadkills”) to enable early firmware development prior to final hardware availability
- Ensuring firmware meets real-time performance, reliability, and mission-critical requirements
- Leading technical design reviews, architecture discussions, and roadmap planning with a focus on system-level risk and feasibility
- Clearly communicating technical concepts, tradeoffs, risks, and status to both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders
- Anticipating and addressing technical bottlenecks that span firmware, hardware, and system integration
Then a paragraph: "Experience Working In Challenging, Hands-on, And Customer-driven Engineering Environments"
Then a list:
- Closely collaborating with electrical, mechanical, systems, and product teams
- Demonstrating proficiency in standard embedded development tools, git version control, build systems, and debugging environments
- Strong organizational skills and clear written and verbal communications
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Then "Successful candidates must have demonstrated success and capability in the following:" list:
- Acting as the technical escalation point when embedded or system-level issues block progress
- Mentoring and coaching engineers on embedded firmware architecture, debugging techniques, and best practices
- Writing high-quality, maintainable, and well-documented firmware and low-level software
- Developing and maintaining embedded system software, including firmware, device drivers, and communication stacks
- Performing thorough testing and debugging to ensure system functionality, reliability, and safety
- Proposing and implementing technical solutions that improve system robustness, debuggability, and performance
- Breaking down ambiguous or novel problems into executable engineering plans, including scope, risk, and estimates
- Supporting software configuration management and repeatable development workflows
- Working across R&D and product environments with an understanding of long-term maintainability and transition to production
Then "Qualifications" heading (we will use as heading). Under it bullet list:
- BS (acceptable) or MS (preferred) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in embedded/firmware development, including 3+ years in a senior or technical lead role
- Fluency in C and C++ for embedded systems, as well as Python for tooling and testing
- Hands-on experience with RTOS environments (FreeRTOS, ROS2, Zephyr, or similar)
- Experience developing software on embedded targets such as STM32, ARM-based MCUs/SoCs, x86, PIC32, or similar
- Experience with I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet, GPIO, and low-level hardware interfaces
- Familiarity with cloud and/or other networks/servers for data offload, analysis, and management
- Experience debugging networking stacks and board-level communication issues is a strong plus
- Experience authoring and reviewing software requirements, specifications, and design documentation, and leading effective design reviews
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 and CMMI quality frameworks is desirable
- Experience with maritime systems, robotics, uncrewed systems, or military platforms is highly desirable
- Exposure to navigation, localization, sensor fusion, or autonomy systems is a plus
Then "Bonus Attributes:" list:
- Experience contributing to proposal development, feasibility studies, or early technical concepts
- Background or interest in machine learning, computer vision, or AI as applied to embedded or robotic systems
- Familiarity with safety-critical or mission-critical software development practices
- Understanding of Agile methodologies and practical DevOps workflows in embedded environments
- Experience working on government or defense-related programs, including technical documentation and customer interaction
- Experience working within or supporting quality management systems (QMS)
Then "Additional Information" paragraph:
"Employment Type: Full-Time Role Reports to: Director, Software Engineering Location: Office-based role in Waltham, Massachusetts Relocation: Not available at this time. Travel: Minimal Salary Range: The base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $175,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The final offer amount will be determined by factors such as the candidate’s education, knowledge, experience, and skills. A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) match, and paid time off, is also provided. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Questions? Please contact Christine Higgins, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Boston Engineering email: chiggins-ctr@boston-engineering.com LinkedIn: Christine Higgins | LinkedIn"
We need to remove EEO line and contact instructions. Also remove "All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines." and the contact lines. Also remove "Questions? Please contact..." etc.
We keep the salary range and benefits sentence. Also we might keep employment type, location, relocation, travel as minor metadata in a short
. We can combine them.
Now we need to produce HTML.
Structure:
About the role
company overview + job description paragraph + maybe percentages? Actually percentages could be part of responsibilities. We'll put percentages in Responsibilities.
So About the role: include the company overview paragraph and
for prose. We need to ensure we don't create empty sections. Let's extract content. About the role: The first paragraph: "Boston Engineering is where innovative ideas become real-world technologies. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, we've spent more than 30 years partnering with commercial and government clients to solve complex engineering challenges and bring breakthrough products to market. From advanced robotics and autonomous systems to medical devices, digital solutions, defense technologies, and industrial automation, our teams work on meaningful projects that push the boundaries of what's possible". Then "Job Description This role is restricted to US persons ...". Actually the "Job Description" heading is not to be used as heading; we just include the prose. So we combine that into About the role? Probably we can have an "About the role" section with that description. Then responsibilities: The bullet list after "This role is ..."? Actually after description there is a paragraph describing the role: "This is a hands-on Lead Firmware Engineer...". That's more description of responsibilities. Then there is a breakdown: "40%: Technical hands of keyboard30%: Systems design15%: Integration, manufacturing, production support15%: Mentoring, code/design reviews, process improvement". That seems like responsibilities percentages. Then there is a big list under "Requirements And Preferences" which is actually a list of duties? Actually it's a list of responsibilities? The heading "Requirements And Preferences" then bullet list of abilities. That seems like responsibilities/requirements. Then later "Experience Working In Challenging, Hands-on, And Customer-driven Engineering Environments" etc. Then "Successful candidates must have demonstrated success and capability in the following:" another list. Then "Qualifications" section with bullet list. Then "Bonus Attributes:" list. Then "Additional Information" with employment type etc. We need to decide what goes into Responsibilities vs Requirements vs Qualifications vs Skills. The instruction: Use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we need to map content accordingly. We can treat: - About the role: company overview and role description (first paragraphs). - Responsibilities: the bullet list of duties (the "Proven ability in:" list maybe? Actually that list seems like responsibilities/experience required. Could be responsibilities. Also the percentages breakdown could be responsibilities. - Requirements: maybe the "Experience Working In Challenging..." list and the "Successful candidates must have demonstrated success..." list. - Qualifications: the bullet list under "Qualifications". - Skills: maybe the "Bonus Attributes:" list could be considered skills or preferred skills. Or we could put them under Skills. - Benefits: the sentence about comprehensive benefits package. - Pay: the salary range sentence. - Schedule: not present. We must not invent placeholder text. So we need to ensure each section has real content. Let's extract exact text. Company overview paragraph: "Boston Engineering is where innovative ideas become real-world technologies. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, we've spent more than 30 years partnering with commercial and government clients to solve complex engineering challenges and bring breakthrough products to market. From advanced robotics and autonomous systems to medical devices, digital solutions, defense technologies, and industrial automation, our teams work on meaningful projects that push the boundaries of what's possible" Then job description paragraph: "This role is restricted to US persons (i.e., US citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Boston Engineering will require proof of status prior to employment. This is a hands-on Lead Firmware Engineer. While the title includes “software,” the work is primarily embedded and firmware-focused: RTOS-based systems, hardware bring-up, driver development, board-level debugging, and close collaboration with electrical and mechanical teams. Some upper-stack or tooling work exists, but the core responsibility is commanding and controlling hardware. The Lead Firmware Engineer owns embedded software at both the tactical and strategic levels, ensuring that systems are architected correctly, risks are identified early, and the broader team is unblocked when challenges arise. This role sets technical direction, streamlines and documents software processes, establishes best practices, and raises the embedded engineering bar across projects." Then percentages: "40%: Technical hands of keyboard30%: Systems design15%: Integration, manufacturing, production support15%: Mentoring, code/design reviews, process improvement" Note there is no space after colon? We'll keep as is. Then "Requirements And Preferences" heading (we will not use as heading). Under it a list: - Leading the design, development, and optimization of embedded and firmware systems for robotics, autonomous, or maritime platforms - Streamlining and documenting software processes to accelerate projects and ensure repeatability, while maintaining high-quality standards - Architecting and implementing firmware tightly integrated with custom hardware, sensors, and control systems - Writing and reviewing RTOS-based firmware (FreeRTOS, ROS2, Zephyr), including task design, synchronization, memory management, and timing analysis - Reviewing schematics and PCB layouts to identify firmware impacts, integration risks, and potential design issues early in the development cycle - Debugging complex system issues using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, and other bench tools, and determining root cause across software, firmware, and hardware - Building and maintaining benchtop development setups (“roadkills”) to enable early firmware development prior to final hardware availability - Ensuring firmware meets real-time performance, reliability, and mission-critical requirements - Leading technical design reviews, architecture discussions, and roadmap planning with a focus on system-level risk and feasibility - Clearly communicating technical concepts, tradeoffs, risks, and status to both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders - Anticipating and addressing technical bottlenecks that span firmware, hardware, and system integration Then a paragraph: "Experience Working In Challenging, Hands-on, And Customer-driven Engineering Environments" Then a list: - Closely collaborating with electrical, mechanical, systems, and product teams - Demonstrating proficiency in standard embedded development tools, git version control, build systems, and debugging environments - Strong organizational skills and clear written and verbal communications - Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Then "Successful candidates must have demonstrated success and capability in the following:" list: - Acting as the technical escalation point when embedded or system-level issues block progress - Mentoring and coaching engineers on embedded firmware architecture, debugging techniques, and best practices - Writing high-quality, maintainable, and well-documented firmware and low-level software - Developing and maintaining embedded system software, including firmware, device drivers, and communication stacks - Performing thorough testing and debugging to ensure system functionality, reliability, and safety - Proposing and implementing technical solutions that improve system robustness, debuggability, and performance - Breaking down ambiguous or novel problems into executable engineering plans, including scope, risk, and estimates - Supporting software configuration management and repeatable development workflows - Working across R&D and product environments with an understanding of long-term maintainability and transition to production Then "Qualifications" heading (we will use as heading). Under it bullet list: - BS (acceptable) or MS (preferred) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field - 7+ years of experience in embedded/firmware development, including 3+ years in a senior or technical lead role - Fluency in C and C++ for embedded systems, as well as Python for tooling and testing - Hands-on experience with RTOS environments (FreeRTOS, ROS2, Zephyr, or similar) - Experience developing software on embedded targets such as STM32, ARM-based MCUs/SoCs, x86, PIC32, or similar - Experience with I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet, GPIO, and low-level hardware interfaces - Familiarity with cloud and/or other networks/servers for data offload, analysis, and management - Experience debugging networking stacks and board-level communication issues is a strong plus - Experience authoring and reviewing software requirements, specifications, and design documentation, and leading effective design reviews - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems - Familiarity with ISO 9001 and CMMI quality frameworks is desirable - Experience with maritime systems, robotics, uncrewed systems, or military platforms is highly desirable - Exposure to navigation, localization, sensor fusion, or autonomy systems is a plus Then "Bonus Attributes:" list: - Experience contributing to proposal development, feasibility studies, or early technical concepts - Background or interest in machine learning, computer vision, or AI as applied to embedded or robotic systems - Familiarity with safety-critical or mission-critical software development practices - Understanding of Agile methodologies and practical DevOps workflows in embedded environments - Experience working on government or defense-related programs, including technical documentation and customer interaction - Experience working within or supporting quality management systems (QMS) Then "Additional Information" paragraph: "Employment Type: Full-Time Role Reports to: Director, Software Engineering Location: Office-based role in Waltham, Massachusetts Relocation: Not available at this time. Travel: Minimal Salary Range: The base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $175,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The final offer amount will be determined by factors such as the candidate’s education, knowledge, experience, and skills. A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) match, and paid time off, is also provided. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Questions? Please contact Christine Higgins, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Boston Engineering email: chiggins-ctr@boston-engineering.com LinkedIn: Christine Higgins | LinkedIn" We need to remove EEO line and contact instructions. Also remove "All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines." and the contact lines. Also remove "Questions? Please contact..." etc. We keep the salary range and benefits sentence. Also we might keep employment type, location, relocation, travel as minor metadata in a short
. We can combine them. Now we need to produce HTML. Structure:
About the role
company overview + job description paragraph + maybe percentages? Actually percentages could be part of responsibilities. We'll put percentages in Responsibilities. So About the role: include the company overview paragraph and