Firmware Engineer

Job Title:

Senior Wireless Firmware Engineer

Job Description

A Senior Wireless Firmware Engineer develops firmware, focusing on wireless communication protocols. This role is pivotal in bringing clarity to under-defined tasks and delivering high-quality solutions. It requires cross-functional collaboration and deep technical expertise to enhance product performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

* Develop firmware for wireless communication.

* Understand and participate in establishing requirements for firmware development.

* Design and implement wireless firmware solutions.

* Learn and understand Bluetooth Core standards published by Bluetooth SIG.

* Implement firmware related to BLE or NFMI Radios.

* Learn and debug issues related to the wireless subsystem.

Essential Skills

* 10+ years of relevant experience; or

* 5+ years of relevant experience with a Master's in Electrical Engineering (MSEE); or

* 4+ years of relevant experience with a PhD.

* Proficiency in Firmware, C++, Embedded C, and Embedded Software.

* Experience with Microcontrollers, RTOS, Python, and Device Drivers.

* Knowledge of C/C++, Hardware Programming, I2C, and Bluetooth.

* Experienced in Bluetooth Low Energy and/or Wireless communication.

* Ability to utilize wireless sniffer tools such as Ellisys.

* Experience in Test Automation using Python.

* Embedded Firmware development experience with ARM and RTOS.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Eden Prairie, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $165000.00/yr.

Benefits:
The following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, include medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, employee assistance plan, hearing aid benefits, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, paid floating holidays, paid volunteer service day, paid paternity and maternity leave and tuition reimbursement

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Eden Prairie,MN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.

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.

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