Sr Firmware Engineer

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Sr Firmware Engineer in the Controls business, you will partner with the R&D team to do Embedded firmware development. In this role, you will report to the Director of Engineering.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Collaborating with hardware engineers to integrate Firmware and hardware components. Design, develop, and maintain firmware solutions based on project requirements.
• Writing and executing software verification activities, including unit tests, integration tests, and debugging. Ensure compatibility with the device and resolve any faults.
• Refining firmware architecture into detailed designs and implementing them effectively.
• Assisting in the development and execution of test setups and application programs to troubleshoot product issues reported by customers.

Skills You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree in any of the above is a plus.
• Proficiency in C/C++ is essential. Proficiency in Python, bash, and batch is a plus.
• Understanding of embedded systems architectures such as arm and experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Experience with GIT.
• Working in an Agile environment, utilizing agile tools (Jira) and project documentation tool (Confluence).
• Understanding of hardware components and interfacing with them (SPI, I2C, etc.). Familiarity with industrial protocols such as EtherCAT, DeviceNet, and Modbus TCP are a plus.
• 10+ years' experience working as FW/SW engineer.
• Firmware engineers often encounter complex problems related to hardware-software interactions. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are crucial.
• Effective communication skills.
• This position is HYBRID within commutable distance to Austin, TX

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Pay Range: $115k - $120k per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].

We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time.

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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