• Firmware Engineer

    Actalent (Loveland, CO)


    Job Title: Firmware EngineerJob Description

     

    Join our dynamic team in Loveland, CO, where you will work onsite at our expansive three-building campus, which includes a state-of-the-art Research and Development facility. As a Firmware Engineer, you will be instrumental in designing and developing embedded solutions for next-generation products, collaborating with an Agile team to deliver high-quality firmware.

    Responsibilities

    + Design and develop embedded solutions for next-generation products.

    + Collaborate in an Agile team using scrum processes.

    + Utilize expertise in C++ and object-oriented design principles to ensure reliable products.

    + Analyze requirements, estimate effort, and deliver impactful solutions.

    + Engage in daily scrum meetings to discuss progress and troubleshoot with the team.

    + Participate in weekly development discussions to address problem areas and system issues.

    + Contribute to new product development and the growth of the firmware team.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

    + 3-5+ years of experience with C++ user-space development.

    + 3-5+ years of experience with microcontrollers and platforms like Linux, RTOS, or bare metal.

    + Proficiency in Agile methodologies, CI/CD practices, and unit testing.

    + Comfortable working with hardware, debugging, and familiarity with tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Master’s degree in Embedded Systems Engineering.

    + Experience with Embedded Linux build systems (e.g., Yocto).

    + Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP).

    + Proficiency with scripting languages (Shell, Bash, Python).

    + Ability to read hardware schematics and code low-level hardware interfaces.

    + Understanding of protocols including I2C, SPI, UART, MODBUS, USB, and Ethernet.

    Work Environment

    This position requires a minimum of four days onsite with Friday as a flexible day. You will be part of a large campus with hundreds of people, where all manufacturing is done in-house. The environment is akin to a college senior design project on steroids, with close-knit collaborative teams and nearly all engineering disciplines represented. The focus is on water quality, an industry growing in global importance, offering a diverse and inclusive culture. Daily activities include coding, building, deploying, troubleshooting, and debugging, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and problem-solving.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Loveland, Colorado.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $80.00/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 Loveland,CO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 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.