Senior Firmware Engineer

MKS Inc.

Base: $88,425.00 - $147,375.00 py; bonus: discreti...
5 years related experience
C/c++ proficiency for embedded systems
Experience with microcontrollers arm pic 8051
You will partner with Engineering to develop and maintain embedded applications for test and measurement instrumentation while reporting to the Engineering Manager

Job Summary

  • You will partner with Engineering to develop and maintain embedded applications for test and measurement instrumentation while reporting to the Engineering Manager.
  • The role involves analyzing system software test standards, mitigating cybersecurity risks, and migrating firmware from end-of-life integrated circuits to modern replacements.
  • MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, 15 paid vacation days, and six weeks of fully paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

You will partner with Engineering to develop and maintain embedded applications for test and measurement instrumentation while reporting to the Engineering Manager.

Salary

Base: $88,425.00 - $147,375.00 per year; Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus amount to be determined; Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k) match, life/disability insurance, 12 holidays, 15 vacation days, 6 weeks parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years related experience
  • C/C++ proficiency for embedded systems
  • Experience with microcontrollers ARM PIC 8051
  • Interfacing firmware with analog digital hardware
  • Debugging using JTAG logic analyzers oscilloscopes
  • Implementing communication protocols I2C SPI UART USB

Nice-to-have

  • Prior experience in industrial scientific instrumentation
  • Experience migrating firmware from end-of-life ICs
  • Direct knowledge of secure firmware update mechanisms
  • Ability to author clear technical documentation
  • Experience mentoring or acting as technical lead

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree or equivalent experience
  • U.S. person status may be required due to ITAR/EAR regulations

Work Rights

U.S. persons generally required (citizens, nationals, green card holders, asylum, refugees)

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