Ascendion
We’re looking for a highly experienced Firmware Architect with strong C++ expertise to lead the design and development of embedded software solutions for high-performance hardware platforms. You will drive architectural decisions, system-level optimization, and end-to-end firmware delivery across products.
Key Responsibilities:
• Define architecture and system design for firmware across real-time embedded systems
• Develop and optimize C++-based firmware components, device drivers, and board support packages
• Lead platform bring-up, hardware-software interface design, and bootloader development
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, QA, product) to deliver production-grade solutions
• Review code, mentor engineers, and ensure adherence to quality and safety standards (e.g., MISRA, ISO 26262)
Required Skills:
• 10+ years in embedded systems and modern C++ (C++11/14/17)
• Strong in low-level programming, RTOS, memory management, multi-threading, and debugging
• Experience with board bring-up, firmware protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, USB)
• Proficiency in Linux/RTOS environments, BSPs, and hardware abstraction layers
• Hands-on with tools like Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, JTAG Debuggers
Preferred Skills:
• Exposure to ARM architecture, FPGA, or microcontroller platforms
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, static analysis, unit testing for embedded code
• Knowledge of safety-critical systems, secure firmware design, or IoT protocols
Why Join Us:
• Architect innovative, real-world hardware-software products
• Drive technical leadership in a high-ownership environment
• Work with cutting-edge embedded platforms and cross-domain teams