Junior Firmware Engineer - Quantum

Pride Mobility & Quantum Rehab•Duryea, PA

About The Position

The Junior Firmware Engineer develops, implements, documents, verifies, and maintains firmware for medical devices, while supporting continuous improvement within Research & Development. The role collaborates with hardware engineers to build embedded systems and develops C/C++ firmware according to documented requirements. It also involves software documentation, test planning and execution, troubleshooting, and following software development lifecycle practices aligned with applicable industry and regulatory requirements. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience developing embedded firmware using 8- and 32-bit microcontrollers.
At least 1 year of experience writing and reviewing technical software documentation.
Associate degree in an Electrical Engineering- or Computer Science-related field.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
Be a team player who is friendly, professional, detail-oriented, and honest.
Ability to multitask, solve problems, and prioritize in a fast-paced working environment.
Ability to read and comprehend work instructions and prepare and present summary reports.
Ability to document software architecture and design using XML diagrams, flowcharts, block diagrams, and other common techniques.
Ability to read and understand schematic diagrams.
Ability to use instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and load cells to troubleshoot complicated electronic circuits.
Relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement.
Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
Excellent programming skills in C and/or C++.
Basic working knowledge of CAN, CANopen, CAN bus, SMBus/SMB, I2C, SPI, and serial communication protocols.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate working knowledge of a scripting language such as Python.
Basic working knowledge of digital signal processing techniques.
Basic working knowledge of software development processes for safety-critical systems and applicable standards, including IEC 62304.
At least 1 year of experience working in an FDA-regulated environment, particularly one requiring FDA 510(k) approval.
At least 1 year of experience working with an IEC 62304-based lifecycle process.
Current or previous successful employment experience with Pride Mobility Products Corporation.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with hardware engineers to develop embedded systems.
Design and code firmware in C/C++ for systems based on documented requirements.
Document software during development in accordance with internal processes.
Create test plans and write test scripts to verify software against documented requirements.
Execute verification test plans and document results.
Troubleshoot and debug complicated non-conforming software systems.
Follow the Software Development Life Cycle in accordance with industry best practices and applicable regulatory requirements.
Perform inspections and verification and validation testing.
Meet project timelines and budgets.
Observe safety and security rules and promptly report accidents, incidents, or injuries to management.
Complete annual CTPAT Security Training.
Focus on continuous improvement and consistently demonstrate good business judgment.
Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations.
Perform other duties as assigned; Pride retains discretion to modify duties.