Embedded Firmware Architect - Banks Power
Azusa, CA
About the Job
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
We're seeking a skilled Embedded Firmware Architect who will provide technical leadership in the design and development of scalable automotive firmware solutions. You are hands-on, and love experimenting and finding solutions in a dynamic environment. Your expertise in embedded systems, communication protocols, and firmware development will be crucial in shaping the success of our high-quality, innovative and performance-oriented products. This is an on-site position in Azusa, CA.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the firmware team
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into firmware specifications and designs
- Define and drive the firmware architecture and development flow, including feature assessments and solution design, project scoping, pre-development planning, etc
- Architect key blocks of firmware that interact with low level hardware features. Develop product source code in C/C++ when needed
- Lead and participate in design reviews, code reviews, and other engineering activities to ensure high-quality firmware development
- Collaborate with hardware team to ensure flawless integration of firmware with the underlying system
- Conduct thorough testing, debugging, and performance optimization of firmware to ensure reliability and quality
- Manage project timelines, resource allocation, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of firmware solutions
- Champion a development culture which emphasizes product quality, team accountability, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in embedded firmware development in RTOS environments. Be able to actively code
- Experience with hard real-time systems and ARM architectures
- Experience developing embedded systems for automotive powertrain controls as well as USB, J1850, ISO9141, and CAN communications
- A deep understanding of automotive engine control strategies, as well as MAF, CKP, MAP signals
- Proven experience throughout full product and embedded firmware development lifecycle, including defining goals and reaching milestones in a cross-functional capacity
- Experience with STM, Freescale, NXP, or Atmel microprocessors
- Experience with multi-processing architectures and techniques
- Ability to optimize software for resource constrained embedded systems (e.g. power, throughput, memory/compute)
- Familiarity with hardware design concepts and ability
- Strong proficiency in low-level programming languages including C/C++ in production environments
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Actual pay offered to candidates will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant candidates' experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Company-paid basic life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program, a confidential program dedicated to supporting the emotional health and well-being of our employees and their families
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching
- Vacation, Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Perks
- A family-oriented culture that promotes work-life balance; an incredible and effective leadership team that genuinely cares about its team members
- Open door policy, promote from within
- Veteran-friendly
- Health and wellness program (Wellness Wednesday, Fruit & Fiber Friday, onsite wellness screening and flu shots, massage, instructor-led exercise, etc)
- Employee Service and Recognition Program
- Food Truck Fridays, Holiday Luncheons, Family Fun Day
- Employee Referral Program
- Education Assistance Program
- Celebration of cultural heritage
- Friends & Family discount on our top-line power-enhancing products
- Employee discount programs that help you save on family entertainment and thousands of items
- And much more!
Banks are engine people. In a world of companies making disparate parts, Banks engineers the entire engine, not just high performance parts. The proof of Banks' expertise is its list national championships and world records as well as the biggest military engine contract of the century. Of all the possible options, the U.S. military chose the Banks D866T engine for its high performance and durability. With over 65 years of breakthroughs and patents in high-performance gas and diesel engine development—including turbocharging and drivetrain, Banks has no rival.
To be a leader in aftermarket performance takes a tight-knit group of talented, like-minded people. We look forward to welcoming you to our award-winning team. Learn more about our company and career opportunities at Careers at Banks Power.
Banks Power provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Banks Power complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Positions with Banks Power require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
