Title: Firmware and IP Systems Engineer
Location: Austin, TX
Duration: 12 Months
Rate: $50-$54/Hour
Job Description:
Top 3-5 Must Have Skills for this role:
- Firmware/C-Code
- Python/scripting
- Independence/Self-learner
- analytical/problem solving skills
Key Responsibilities:
Execution of tests and test scripts in manual and automated environments on silicon test platforms
Test script development and execution for pre- and post-silicon firmware environment using Python
Developing and maintaining automated test framework
Development and testing of firmware designed for an embedded microcontroller in C
Debugging and supporting of IP hardware and firmware issues found during pre-silicon, bring-up, validation , and production phases
Helping to define and execute the overall hardware/firmware functional test plans
Participating in collaborative technical discussions to drive resolution on technical issues
Driving technical innovation to enhance clients capabilities and processes in IP hardware/firmware validation
Requirements:
Demonstrated ability to grasp new technical concepts quickly
Comprehensive knowledge of C and scripting languages, especially Python
Strong analytical/problem solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excel in a dynamic team working environment, especially one in a global setting
Assets:
Experience with IP/system level bring-up, ASIC debug techniques and methodologies
Experience with System Management and Power Management
Experience with silicon and system debugging tools
General understanding of Assembly language
Working knowledge of Linux-based operating systems and technologies
In-depth knowledge of system architectures and concepts
Technical understanding of Graphics, Display, Multimedia, PCIe, Security and/or IO architecture & design
Experience in Doxygen or other SW Documentation generator tools
Experience with emulation or other pre-silicon validation tools
Experience with common lab equipment, including protocol/logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
Experience with object-oriented programming
Familiarity with Git
Education: Bachelor, masters or PhD degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering, or related degrees