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Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Job Description

Design and develop software for medical device products in full compliance with design control requirements and consistent with FDA, ISO, and MDD standards. This role is focused on supporting new product development.

Responsibilities

+ Design and develop embedded software for medical devices.

+ Ensure software meets company’s Design Control requirements as well as FDA, ISO, and MDD standards.

+ Focus on new product development with a significant emphasis on coding.

+ Develop software primarily using C (80%) with some use of C++.

+ Work with microcontrollers such as Renesas, PIC, STMicro, and NXP.

+ Address cybersecurity concerns, including vulnerability assessments and S-BOMs, especially regarding Bluetooth communication.

+ Conduct Cyber FMEA and assess code strength for security risks in medical devices.

+ Utilize tools like Blackduck and VectorCAST for cybersecurity applications.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in C programming and embedded software development.

+ Experience with microcontrollers, especially Renesas, PIC, STMicro, and NXP.

+ Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including S-BOMs and Cyber FMEA.

+ Experience in medical device software development and compliance with industry standards.

+ Familiarity with hardware communications drivers such as 1-Wire, I2C, SPI, RS232, USB, and CAN protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

+ Experience with Blackduck and VectorCAST.

+ Understanding of aerospace or automotive coding styles is a plus.

+ Documentation skills, although not heavily relied upon.

Work Environment

The position is based in Santa Clara, working at a state-of-the-art facility. The role requires on-site work Monday to Friday, with an 8-hour shift and flexible start times between 7 am and 9 am based on business needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Santa Clara, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/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 Santa Clara,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 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.