Firmware Engineer

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HID powers trusted identities for people, places, and things worldwide. In the Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) business unit, you will work in a Scaled Agile environment to develop the Biometrics product line in an embedded Linux setting, implementing secure and high‑performance applications.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure successful delivery of firmware features.
• Participate in security reviews, identifying and resolving potential vulnerabilities.
• Work on setting up and maintaining Dev Ops pipelines.
• Prepare, review, and complete project documentation.
• Write maintainable, high‑quality code in C/C++ and related tools.
• Assist in solving problems identified during development and testing.
• Help identify and rectify security‑related issues.

• Legally eligible to work in South Africa.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• BSc in Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of practical engineering experience.
• Proficient in C/C++ with a focus on performance and maintainability.
• Ability to analyze problems and determine optimal solutions.
• Experience with in‑circuite emulators, GNU tool chains, GDB and CMake.
• Strict attention to detail and a methodical approach to debugging.
• Experience with distributed embedded systems.
• Familiarity with Git and Git workflows.
• Dedicated to learning and continuous growth.

• Familiarity with Yocto/Open‑Embedded Linux.
• Experience in Secure Software Development Life Cycles.
• Knowledge of cryptographic standards.
• Experience with QA processes.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and testing methodologies.
• SAFe or Agile experience.
• Experience with gitflow.
• Development experience in Rust or Golang.

• Primarily a typical office environment with moderate noise levels.
• The company supports reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.

• Travel, including international travel, may be required.

• Empowerment:
  Work as part of a global team in a flexible environment and grow your expertise.
• Innovation:
  Contribute ideas and embrace challenges to drive growth.
• Integrity:
  Value results, reliability, and straightforwardness in a supportive culture.

HID is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.