Embedded Software Senior Staff Engineer (SoC)

TL;DR

Embedded Software Senior Staff Engineer (SoC): Developing functional models for System-on-Chip simulations to accelerate innovation and reduce time-to-market with an accent on firmware architecture and hardware-software co-design. Focus on creating accurate virtual platforms, diagnosing firmware issues, and enabling early-stage development before physical silicon availability.

Location: Madrid (Onsite)

Salary: €57,800–€77,100 per annum

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in semiconductor solutions, providing essential building blocks for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, AI, and carrier architectures.

What you will do

• Create accurate and efficient functional models for simulating System-on-Chip (SoC) designs.
• Collaborate with software teams to enable early-stage development prior to physical silicon availability.
• Analyze simulation results to diagnose and resolve complex firmware issues.
• Promote the adoption of virtual platforms across the organization to improve development efficiency.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of simulation environments and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of professional experience (or 3-5 years with an advanced degree).
• Proficiency in Python and C++.
• Fundamental understanding of firmware and software architecture.
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. law.

Nice to have

• Experience with simulator technologies such as Virtualizer, Simics, QEMU, or gem5.
• Knowledge of computer architecture, specifically ARM or RISC-V.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment focused on transparency.
• Opportunities to work on leading-edge semiconductor technology.
• Commitment to professional growth and development.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Hiring process

• Interviews will evaluate individual experience, thought process, and communication skills.
• AI tools (transcription apps, ChatGPT, etc.) are strictly prohibited during interviews and will result in disqualification.