Sr Firmware Engineer I

Are you passionate about developing innovative firmware solutions that power life-changing hearing aid technology? As a Senior Firmware Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and optimizing firmware verification that enhances user experience and performance. You'll work across multiple dimensions of complex problems, bringing clarity to under-defined tasks and delivering high-quality solutions. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll drive system-level improvements, mentor fellow engineers, and lead projects that push the boundaries of hearing aid technology. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation meets impact, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference!

Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better.

Founded in 1967 by Bill Austin, Starkey is known for our cutting-edge hearing health innovations, industry-leading research and development, and not being afraid to push the edge of what's possible.

We are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide.

Watch this video to see more of what sets Starkey apart:https://youtu.be/9cUYwTlCepg?si=wkovx8_R_iINfrc6

JOB SUMMARY DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE OF JOB

A Senior Firmware Verification Engineer is responsible for leading verification plans and requirements for large hearing aid projects. They take the whole picture into account and look along multiple dimensions of a problem. Senior Engineers are capable of receiving an under-defined task, bringing clarity to the task, and accomplishing the task with high quality. They can independently and professionally interact with other teams. A Senior Firmware Engineer demonstrates both breadth and depth of knowledge.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/RESULTS

Understand and participate in establishing requirements

• Understand system level requirements impacting firmware deliverables.
• Collaborate with others in the organization to define and improve system level requirements.
• Define, document, and review firmware level requirements through analysis and simulations. Verify functionality of the firmware using manual and/or automated approaches
• Design and document tests based on requirements to ensure good test coverage.
• Create unit tests, semi-automated test, and/or automated tests.
• Implement and deploy automated tests using languages such as Python or C.
• Follow up on failed tests and system level integration issues in a timely manner.
• Initiate and develop new test approaches and improve existing test approaches.

Follow and improve established processes and initiate new processes

• Diligently follow development processes such as code reviews, creation of documentations, coding conventions, etc.
• Identify gaps in the existing processes and look for new opportunities to improve productivity.
• Enhance existing processes and initiate and lead the creation of new processes.

Mentor other engineers and help in the technical and professional growth of the team

• Coach and mentor team members.
• Conduct tutorials and create documents to share knowledge.
• Be a role model to newer or less experienced team members.

Coordinate projects

• Lead the creation of project plans and work estimates.
• In scrum projects, take on the product owner or the scrum master role.
• Proactively communicate and coordinate project activities with other teams.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering; or
• MSEE in related fields; or
• PhD in related fields

Experience

• 8+ years of experience with Software Verification and/or Test Systems Development (with BS); or
• 3+ years of relevant experience (with MSEE); or
• 2+ years of relevant experience (with PhD)

Knowledge / Technical Requirements

• Experience in Firmware and System level testing
• Experience with Requirement Analysis and Requirement based testing
• Experience in design control for regulated products and knowledge of applicable regulations and standards used in regulated industries, such as ISO 13485, IEC 62304)
• Domain knowledge of one or more of the following is required:
• Digital Signal Processing
• Wireless and wired communication and related protocols.
• Embedded firmware development.
• Knowledge of languages such as C and assembly.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as MATLAB and Python required
• Knowledge of analog and digital circuitry.
• Knowledge of architecture of programming devices such as DSPs and Micro-controllers.

Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Proven ability to lead a team of verification engineers
• Great oral and written communication skills.
• Must be driven, methodical, and detail oriented.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and individually.
• Proficiency in problem solving.

This job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education and other factors

Salary and Other Compensation:

The target pay rate for this position is between $106,250 - $131,250 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include: geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401 (k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, 8 days/hours of paid sick and safe time, and 6 paid holidays annually.

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