Firmware/Software Engineer PrincipalLocation: Lincolnshire 1st shift 8-5 Hybrid- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Onsite Bill Rate Range- $68.71-$73.39. Not to exceed $73.39. Only submit those fully qualified at the higher bill rate.
10-15 years of experience Degree-Computer or Electrical EngineeringJob Summary:Analyzes, develops, designs, programs, debugs and implements embedded systems for the organization's products and systems. Develops testing and troubleshooting strategies, devices, and systems for firmware. Integrates firmware to maintain functionality, throughput and consistency.
Develops user documentation.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Architects, designs, and supports developing, and testing of firmware solutions to several highly-complex technical projects.Creates software specifications for the projects.Leads technology roadmap process.Recommends project approach and goals.Champions new thinking and creativity in team members to cultivate and retain top talent.Coaches others on how to effectively develop, communicate, and implement new solutions.Prioritizes quality and seeks out improvements in all aspects of the firmware projects.Maintains keen awareness of competitor products and development direction to help direct designs to surpass the competition.Uses status as a developer of novel and creative solutions to build business and bring positive attention to technologies and services.With other engineering disciplines, develops next generation ideas and solutions to meet client needs before the competition.Analyzes competitor intellectual property and participates in activities related to protecting intellectual property.Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.May supervise the activities of others.Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups.Serves as organization spokesperson on specialized projects or programs.Acts as prime consultant on large projects that affect the organization's long-term goals and objectives.Job Requirements:Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree or Masters in an appropriate engineering discipline required. Preferred Work Experience (years): Bachelors degree and 7+ years experience or Masters degree and 4+ years experience