Principal Embedded Firmware Software Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Principal Embedded Firmware Software Engineer (AI): Building and optimizing embedded firmware for networking PAM4 DSPs used in data center and AI connectivity with an accent on technical leadership, SW milestone planning, and architecture design. Focus on driving chip bring-up, designing and testing SW in pre-silicon environments, and solving complex SW development challenges for high-performance data infrastructure.

Location: Onsite in Santa Clara, CA. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. due to export control laws and regulations.

Salary: $146,850 - $220,000 per annum

Company

hirify.global provides semiconductor solutions that are essential building blocks for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, and AI.

What you will do

• Lead software development projects for Networking PAM4 DSPs, including planning, scheduling, and issue resolution.
• Architect and plan major software features, coordinating with other software block owners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional design teams (analog, digital, system architects, validation, DV, SW QA).
• Design and test software in pre-silicon DV or emulation environments.
• Drive chip bring-up and integrate major hardware blocks.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience with memory-constrained embedded C development.
• Team and/or product lead experience with project management or SDLC.
• Strong Python scripting skills.
• Familiarity with gcc/clang, GNU make, Jenkins, and git.
• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. due to U.S. export control laws.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits supporting financial well-being, family support, and mental/physical health.
• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Family support programs and robust mental health resources.
• Recognition and service awards.
• Commitment to fair employment practices without discrimination.

Hiring process

• Candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot) during interviews.
• Use of AI tools without prior instruction will result in disqualification.