Senior Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer

Ethernovia

Embedded Engineer developing software stack for networking devices at Ethernovia. Responsible for firmware and device drivers architecture, design, and integration for safety critical applications.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $180,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Embedded Firmware and Device Driver Development for communication devices, with a strong focus on safety-critical automotive applications. Proficient in C/C++ programming and experienced in the Software Development Lifecycle, including architecture, implementation, and testing.

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Embedded Firmware DevelopmentDevice Driver DevelopmentC/C++ ProgrammingLinux Operating SystemSoftware Development Lifecycle

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Hard Skills

Embedded FirmwareDevice DriversC/C++ Programming LanguagePython ProgrammingOperating SystemsKernel DevelopmentIntegration TestingLow-Level Code TestingEfficient Code PracticesHardware Interaction

Soft Skills

CollaborationAttention to DetailProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

AUTOSAR StackQNXReal Time Operating SystemCommunication StackSDK Development

Industry Keywords

Safety Critical ApplicationsAutomotive Software DevelopmentCommunication DevicesDevice Driver Interfaces

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You will be responsible for Ethernovia’s Networking devices software stack development which will include; Embedded Firmware, kernel/user mode device drivers, stack extensions, debug, and test utilities, as well as automated unit/system testing.
The drivers will integrate with the Communication Stack of a Linux and AUTOSAR Stack.
The device drivers will allow the User application, Middleware and Operating system to take full advantage of the feature rich hardware.
As for the firmware it configures, controls, and monitors the communication device and interacts with the host system via device drivers to expose hardware features of the devices.
You will be responsible for architecture, design, implementation, testing, and integration of the device drivers rolled into Ethernovia’s SDK. These drivers are built ground-up for safety critical automotive application.
Every team member is required to fit into a culture of safety and best development practices.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Software or related field.
Work Experience: 6+ years
Strong understanding of Software Development lifecycle including Architecture, Implementation and Testing fundamentals.
Proficient in C/C++ Programming Language. Experience in Python is a plus.
Experience with Software Device Drivers, preferably for communication devices like Ethernet.
Deep understanding of Operating Systems, Kernel, Platform/Device drivers, preferably Linux Operating System, QNX or Real Time Operating System.
Experience with integration and testing with Operating System Device Driver Interfaces.
Hands-on experience with Hardware, preferably communication devices.
For Firmware role:
Experience with Firmware, preferably for communication devices like Ethernet.
Experience with integration and testing of firmware and low-level code.
Hands-on experience with Hardware and embedded processors, preferably for communication devices.
Expertise in efficient code practices for code footprint and performance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary
Pre IPO stock options
Flexible hours
Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees