Principal Firmware Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Principal Firmware Engineer (AI): Developing and optimizing embedded systems for intelligent consumer devices with an accent on real-time intelligence on resource-constrained hardware. Focus on integrating sensors and connectivity modules, ensuring ultra-low-power performance, and collaborating with cross-disciplinary experts.

Location: Suzhou, China

Company

hirify.global is building the next generation of intelligent consumer devices, combining advanced hardware, connectivity, and AI to create seamless everyday experiences.

What you will do

• Ensure wake word recognition is implemented and optimized at the firmware level for responsive on-device AI.
• Develop and maintain firmware for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi modules, enabling seamless device connectivity.
• Handle real-time processing of audio and visual data, optimizing performance and power efficiency on embedded hardware.
• Debug and fine-tune the device firmware, as well as optimize and review the firmware code.
• Monitor telemetry data and perform basic analyses under guidance to triangulate failures.
• Improve the development and operations of systems, platforms, or product features by actively seeking to develop an understanding of key learnings, insights, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience OR Master’s Degree AND 6+ years OR Doctorate AND 3+ years OR equivalent experience.
• Strong experience developing embedded firmware on SoCs from Realtek, BES, Qualcomm, or similar platforms, with deep understanding of low-power and real-time constraints.
• Proven experience in firmware development for wearable devices such as smart glasses or TWS earbuds, including audio, sensor, and connectivity modules.

Culture & Benefits

• Employees come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize shared goals.
• Values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.