Principal Firmware Engineer
About The Position
We are recruiting for a Principal Firmware Engineer to join our PACS Innovation team at HID. This team is responsible for researching & prototyping innovative new technologies that become future products and services in security & access control offerings from HID Global. The team consists of individuals that have multi-disciplinary skill sets that span from embedded engineering, security/cryptography, smart cards, backend development, mobile apps to machine learning. We are seeking an individual contributor who is a self-starter, has demonstrated expertise in more than one of the technological areas listed above. HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely. We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. HID Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS) is at the forefront of securing spaces with advanced, reliable access control solutions. From cutting-edge readers, credentials and controllers, to mobile and biometric technologies, HID PACS empowers organizations worldwide to protect their people, property and assets with scalable, high-quality solutions. This is more than just a job – it’s your chance to join an industry leader to drive innovation in access control and make a real impact on global security solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree or higher in relevant field, Master’s degree is preferred
- 10 years’ industry experience
- Mandatory command of programming languages: C, C++
- Expert command of at least one of the following programming languages: Python, C#, Typescript, Java, Kotlin, Swift, GoLang, Cuda
- Documented knowledge in Secure-Element and/or Secure-Credential development (symmetric and asymmetric/PQC cryptography + ISO-14443/ISO-7816)
- Familiarity with numerous ISO and industry standards (Aliro, Matter, Lwm2m, Mobile driving license, Java Card, Global platform, EUDI, CRA, ...)
- Low-level ML edge development knowledge (examples: architecting/training/optimizing models for object detection, facial recognition, sensing, trajectory prediction, alignment & classification)
- Familiarity with intellectual property processes (candidate is listed as inventor on few patents)
- Expert in one or more of the following areas:
- Embedded Engineering - Microcontrollers and/or Linux based Embedded systems
- Mobile App development
- Distributed systems development
Responsibilities
- Taking an end-to-end responsibility for software you develop, including:
- Designing, analyzing, implementing, testing, deploying, documenting and performing ongoing maintenance.
- Contributing to and integrating with programs developed by others.
- Preparing and presenting content on new technologies and learnings as part of internal community education efforts.
- Participating & filing for intellectual property.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and rewards package
- Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
- A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
- Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
- To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
