Senior Firmware Engineer

ASSA ABLOY • Fargo, MN

2d • $120,000 - $135,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This Senior engineering role will help our team to research, develop, maintain, enhance, and customize the embedded solutions which drive HID’s Secure Issuance FARGO printers and laminators so that they continue to be the most innovative and compelling solutions in the marketplace. This role requires a variety of analysis and programming tasks as noted in the Duties and Responsibilities section below. 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. Secure Issuance (SI), part of HID Global, offers the world’s broadest and most sophisticated portfolio of card printers, laser engravers, encoders and software. For more than 25 years, organizations across a variety of industries — from enterprise corporations and government agencies to financial institutions and universities — have relied on HID Global Secure Issuance for the custom personalization and issuance of secure identity credentials and financial cards. With a history of pioneering patented technologies and expertise, business integrity and long-standing customer confidence, HID Global is a global leader in secure card issuance innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• 4-7+ years of related embedded firmware development experience, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience with Agile methodologies
• 4-7+ years of embedded device development experience utilizing object-oriented programming in C/C++.
• Able to effectively use and operate oscilloscopes, analyzers, power supplies, etc.
• Working knowledge of source code management and configuration
• Strong understanding of development processes, principles and objectives
• Experience in development through the entire life-cycle including design, architecture, and implementation
• Proven analytical, planning, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both a technical and non-technical audience; comfortable with direct communication with all levels of technical and business resources
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Interested in the challenge, excitement, and responsibility of a fast-paced, growth environment; desire and ability to learn and apply new skills and technologies quickly
• Experience with working in a highly collaborative and dynamic multi-team environment
• Must be able to perform troubleshooting, development work in a consistent and logical manner
• Highly motivated, results-oriented, self-starter
• Ability to effectively balance personal and professional life
• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to reside and work in the hiring country. HID Global will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the hiring country will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) desired
• Embedded Linux experience is a definite plus
• FPGA experience is a plus
• Working with USB and/or Ethernet devices beneficial
• Experience with DC and stepper motors is a major plus
• Experience with implementation of security protocols and secure implementation of cryptographic techniques, and the documentation of the security aspects of system design and implementation is highly desired

Responsibilities

• Analyzing and evaluating embedded solution requirements; collaborating with colleagues and customers to gather and define product requirements
• Assisting in product design and architecture development
• Designing, developing, and maintaining embedded solutions to satisfy documented requirements
• Facilitating and assisting in the task estimation process
• Working and communicating in a cross-functional team environment comprised of firmware engineers, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, quality assurance engineers, product line managers, customer support representatives, and other stakeholders
• Investigating and analyzing reported defects to resolve them in a timely manner
• Proactively providing status updates, raising issues, and communicating necessary information to appropriate team members on a regular basis
• Preparing, presenting, and participating in technical discussions and code reviews
• Contributing to the continued development of processes that improve the efficiency and quality of development projects; assisting in formulating standards and development practices to enhance development processes
• Working with all departments to continuously improve products, processes, workflows, and customer experience
• Making recommendations and assisting in the implementation of new processes and tools
• Consulting with other engineers to evaluate interfaces between hardware and embedded solutions, as well as the operational and performance requirements of the overall system.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior