Sr Firmware Engineer II

Starkey Hearing is hiring a Sr Firmware Engineer II at its global headquarters in Eden Prairie, MN. As a Senior Firmware Engineer II, the responsibility extends far beyond simply developing hearing aid firmware; it involves envisioning the entire system and approaching challenges from multiple dimensions. Senior Engineers excel at receiving tasks that are often under-defined, skillfully bringing clarity and structure to them while delivering high-quality solutions.

Their expertise encompasses both broad and deep knowledge, allowing them to independently and professionally collaborate across teams, ensuring seamless integration and innovation. This unique blend of technical proficiency and problem‑solving acuity positions Senior Firmware Engineers as pivotal contributors to the advancement of hearing aid technology.

A Senior Wireless Firmware Engineer develops firmware for hearing aids, focusing on wireless communication protocols. They bring clarity to under‑defined tasks and deliver high‑quality solutions. This role requires cross‑functional collaboration and deep technical expertise to enhance product performance and reliability.

• Understand and participate in establishing requirements
• Design and implement Wireless firmware
• Learn and understand Bluetooth Core standards published by Bluetooth SIG
• Implement FW related to BLE or NFMI Radios
• Learn and debug issues related to the wireless subsystem

• 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
  
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• Follow up on failed tests and system level integration issues in a timely manner.
• Initiate and develop new test approaches and improve on existing test approaches.

• 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.

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

• 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.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields; or
• MSEE in related fields; or
• PhD in related fields

• 10+ years of relevant experience (with BS); or
• 5+ years of relevant experience (with MSEE); or
• 4+ years of relevant experience (with PhD)

• Bluetooth Low Energy or other wireless communication protocol standard
• Wired communication and related protocols.
• Embedded firmware development
• Firmware test methodologies and tools
• Knowledge of Over‑the‑air sniffers such as Ellisys
• Knowledge of languages such as C or assembly required
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python required
• Knowledge of analog or digital circuitry
• Knowledge of architecture of programming devices such as DSPs or Micro‑controllers.

• 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.

• Standard office conditions

• Standard office equipment
• Oscilloscope, spectral generator, multimeter, loudspeaker and amplifier

The target rate for this position is between $ to $/year. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and…