Embedded Firmware Architect

Description

As the Senior Embedded Firmware Architect, you will own and evolve the firmware architecture for the the companys Device Runtime. You’ll partner closely with our internal embeddedsoftware teams and the open source community to deliver a secure, scalable, and resilient edge runtime for global customers. We’re looking for a selfstarter who can both handson code and delegate effectively across a distributed team.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect & DesignDefine and drive the endtoend firmware architecture for the Atym Device Runtime.
• Lead design reviews and ensure alignment with security, performance, and scalability goals.
• Implementation & TestingDevelop firmware features and accompanying unit tests.
• Conduct thorough debugging, validation, and security hardening.
• Team LeadershipServe as the lead for the firmware engineering team: allocate tasks, manage priorities, and mentor engineers.
• Oversee code reviews, documentation reviews, and enforce best practices.
• Infrastructure & CommunityBuild and maintain CICD pipelines and firmware build infrastructure.
• Engage with and support the open source community around the Atym Runtime.
• Technical Debt & DocumentationIdentify, prioritize, and mitigate technical debt.
• Author and maintain clear, highquality technical documentation.
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  Requirements

  
  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, ElectricalComputer Engineering, or related field.
  • ≥ 7 years of handson firmware development experience on embedded systems.
  • Deep expertise in at least one RTOS (e.g., Zephyr, FreeRTOS, VxWorks).
  • Strong proficiency in C and lowlevel programming on Linux platforms (device drivers, bootloaders).
  • Proven experience with firmware toolchains, debuggers, and version control.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Preferred Qualifications

    • Prior technical leadership or architect role in firmware teams.
    • Experience with bootloaders (e.g., MCU Boot, GRUB) and SoCboard bringup.
    • Knowledge of virtualization technologies (WebAssembly, QEMU, Xen, KVM).
    • Familiarity with secure development standards (MISRAC) and security best practices.
    • Background in networkingcommunication protocols.
    • Active contributor or maintainer in open source projects.

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