• R&D Firmware Engineer

    Actalent (Cincinnati, OH)


    R&D Firmware Engineer!

     

    This role will demonstrate a high level of expertise in firmware development. Responsible for leading firmware projects, this role will provide technical guidance to junior engineers, participate in architectural decisions, and contribute to the improvement of development processes. This role requires a solid understanding of embedded systems, proficiency in coding and debugging, and the ability to solve complex problems independently. This role is expected to be on-site in the Cincinnati 4 days a week.

    ESSENTIAL/PRIMARY DUTIES:

    + Develops, debugs, and tests complex firmware for a wide variety of processor architectures.

    + Troubleshoots and resolves firmware-related issues.

    + Contributes to the architecture and design of firmware systems.

    + Develops comprehensive testing strategies.

    + Validates firmware functionality and performance.

    + Collaborates with cross-functional teams to align decisions with business goals.

    + Acts as team contributor with some technical leadership, provides guidance, anticipates, and prevents issues.

    + Plans, implements, and optimizes complex solutions, leads design and development of medium-sized projects.

    + Applies advanced tools and methods to solve complex problems. Tackles technical challenges and contributes to troubleshooting effort.

    + Contributes to IP creation. Understands and navigates IP considerations when working with partners.

    + Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to level I and level II engineers.

    SKILLS:

    + Knowledge of various microcontrollers/microprocessors, their architectures, and functionalities

    + Ability to create object libraries, applications, daemons, and drivers deployed inside embedded hardware devices

    + Experience with tools like Jenkins or Travis CI for automated testing and deployment

    + Proficiency with version control tools like Git

    + Ability to program in high level and low-level languages as appropriate including C/C++ and assembler. Other language experience in Java, Perl, or similar languages is desired

    + Experience with Linux, Qt and IoT

    + Ability to apply advanced analytical tools and methods to solve complex problems

    + Ability to lead the design of complex systems and identify new technological opportunities

    + Ability to conduct design reviews to ensure adherence to standards and best practices

    + Ability to analyze and assess complex technical risks associated with projects

    + Ability to lead investigations into the root causes of defects and issues

    EDUCATION:

    Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of both.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $67.31/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2025.

    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.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.