Software Engineer Embedded Firmware (LitePoint, San Jose, CA)

Teradyne•San Jose, CA

4d•$146,200 - $233,900•Onsite

About The Position

LitePoint develops test solutions for manufacturers of wireless modules and consumer electronics. This Software Engineer will develop multiplatform embedded firmware, automated test software, and low-level APIs for RF and optical test and measurement systems. The engineer will collaborate with RF and digital hardware designers to define, verify, and implement firmware specifications while delivering high-quality work on time. The role also involves using AI-enabled tools to improve engineering productivity, automation, diagnostics, and test workflows, and contributing to firmware and software solutions involving RF and optical systems, optical measurements, or optoelectronic test applications. This is an on-site position in San Jose, California. Relocation assistance is available. The position is not eligible for sponsorship. The base salary range is $146,200–$233,900, with compensation dependent on experience, skill set, demand, and location. The position is eligible for discretionary bonuses based on financial performance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible Spending Accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; paid vacation and holidays; tuition assistance; and other programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering with embedded development experience.
At least 1 year of experience controlling and programming RF circuits.
At least 1 year of experience using oscilloscopes, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.
At least 3 years of experience developing multitasking embedded firmware in C/C++.
Experience with interfaces such as SPI, I2C, USB, and PCIe.
Proficiency in structured C/C++ development and working with existing codebases.
Proficiency in developing automated software test scripts in Python.
Working knowledge of AI-enabled engineering tools and the ability to apply them to development, test, troubleshooting, or automation workflows.
Knowledge of optical systems and optical measurement methods.
Commitment to quality, collaboration, and effective contribution within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Nice To Haves

Experience using Python and AI-enabled tools for engineering data evaluation, test automation, or troubleshooting.
Experience with optical test and measurement systems.

Responsibilities

Develop multiplatform embedded firmware for new products.
Develop automated test scripts that exercise firmware and hardware and help isolate design problems.
Develop firmware design specifications, communicate and verify them with RF and logic designers, and implement them in a timely, high-quality manner.
Develop and maintain low-level APIs and interfaces.
Use AI-enabled tools to improve engineering productivity, automation, diagnostics, and test workflows.
Contribute to firmware and software solutions involving RF and optical systems, optical measurements, or optoelectronic test applications.