Firmware Manager

Our client is seeking a Firmware Manager with expertise in IoT, cloud integration, and low-level C development for a full-time hybrid position based in Danvers, MA.

Join the forefront of IoT innovation! Our client specializes in providing connectivity solutions for a diverse range of products and devices. From electric vehicles to refrigerators, their products enable seamless integration with the cloud. Established in 2018, this startup has already garnered over 900 clients and earned accolades such as "IoT Product of the Year" and "IoT Solution Provider of the Year." In this role, you'll collaborate closely with a dynamic team of skilled professionals, guiding and mentoring junior engineers.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• 5+ years of industry experience in system design, engineering, and architecture.
• Expertise in C and C++ programming.
• Profound understanding of electrical concepts, with the ability to interpret hardware schematics and conduct board-level debugging.
• High-level comprehension of modern distributed systems.
• Demonstrated sense of ownership, dedication, and commitment.
• Positive team player with effective communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a diverse, multicultural team environment spanning multiple locations.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with FreeRTOS and/or ZephyrRTOS is advantageous.
• Bonus points for experience in CircuitPython, TinyGo, and Rust.
• Strong grasp and practical experience in IoT communication technologies (BLE/Zigbee/Thread, TCP/IP, MQTT, TLS/SSL, cryptographic standards).
• AWS experience is a plus.
• Collaboration experience in cross-functional teams across multiple products is beneficial.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of high-quality firmware for various embedded devices, languages, and frameworks.
• Collaborate with core hardware teams to validate and test product designs.
• Work closely with field and developer relations teams to understand customers' needs and identify areas for firmware enhancement to improve customer experiences and use cases.
• Support and enhance testing efforts organization-wide, prioritizing quality from proof of concept to production code.
• Engage with and influence multiple engineering teams simultaneously, participating in technical discussions across customer, community, engineering, and product teams.