Firmware Engineer V – Next-Gen Gaming Hardware - Redmond, WA - Hybrid - 9 Months Contract
Overview
Step into a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of gaming audio technology. As a Firmware Engineer V, you’ll play an integral role in developing and fine-tuning firmware, drivers, and host-side support for a cutting-edge wireless gaming headset. In this highly collaborative, lab-based environment, you’ll work side-by-side with a talented team to bring core features to life, ensuring our products deliver exceptional performance and are ready to hit shelves worldwide. The work is fast-paced yet focused, with minimal meetings and maximum “heads-down” time to innovate and execute.
This is more than just a firmware role—it’s a chance to work on consumer hardware that gamers will use and love, while enjoying the immediate support of a co-located, tight-knit engineering team.
Required Skills
- Minimum 10 years hands-on experience with Qualcomm firmware and toolchains.
- Minimum 10 years of professional programming experience in C/C++.
- Minimum 10 years working with embedded systems using Qualcomm compilers and tools.
- Proven ability to debug using JTAG and other debug pods.
- Experience with USB, BR/EDR, and BLE communication protocols.
- Skilled in using test and measurement equipment to troubleshoot firmware issues.
Nice to Have Skills
- Direct experience with Qualcomm headset SDKs.
- Prior work on firmware for high-volume, battery-powered consumer electronics.
- Knowledge of wireless communication technologies such as 802.11, Bluetooth, and USB in audio devices.
- Experience designing and implementing production firmware publishing pipelines.
- Development of real-time embedded audio system features for consumer devices.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Design Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Strong background in embedded systems engineering with a focus on audio device development.
Other Requirements
- Must be able to work onsite in Redmond, WA five days a week.
- Ability to work in a collaborative lab environment with minimal required meetings.
- No travel requirements.
If you’re ready to contribute your expertise to a unique product space, collaborate with passionate engineers, and see your work come to life in high-demand consumer hardware, we invite you to apply today and help us redefine gaming audio excellence.
