Firmware Engineer

Description

We are seeking an experienced Firmware Engineer to join our engineering team developing and maintaining firmware for our advanced embedded products. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to support mission-critical, high-availability systems in a fast-paced environment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

You’ll work on challenging firmware projects that power global IoT solutions and keep industries connected in real time. You’ll have the opportunity to design and optimize embedded systems that directly impact transportation, supply chain, and maritime operations worldwide. Here, your expertise will be valued, your ideas will shape product innovation, and your career will grow alongside a team of talented engineers dedicated to advancing technology.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for proprietary products.

• Translate software requirements into well-defined tasks and deliver solutions on schedule.

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure product reliability and performance.

• Enhance and support in-house development and debugging tools.

• Implement and optimize low-power algorithms to maximize efficiency.

Who You Are:

You’re a strategic thinker with a knack for excellence, ready to tackle multiple priorities with agility and grace. If you have:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred).

• 3–5 years of professional experience in embedded software development.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficiency in C programming.

• Experience with ARM and/or Intel-based microcontrollers.

• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) required.

• Knowledge of communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UART/RS232, RS485, I2C, SPI, BLE.

• Ability to interpret hardware schematics and debug using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

• Proficiency with version control and issue tracking systems (e.g., GitHub, Jira).

• Strong attention to detail, collaborative mindset, and effective communication skills.

• Nice to have: Python programming experience and knowledge of STM32 family microcontrollers.

Skills

rtos, baremetal, wireless, embedded c, TCP/ip, UART, rs-232, rs232, rs485, I2C, SPI, BLE

Top Skills Details

rtos,baremetal,wireless,embedded c

Additional Skills & Qualifications

BLE and CElellular are most Important

Bits and REgisters are where candiates fail

Understand MCUs

Arm Based Controllers

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Dulles, VA.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $43.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Dulles,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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