Principal BSP Embedded Software Engineer (Silicon Systems)

TL;DR

Principal BSP Embedded Software Engineer (Embedded C/C++): Architecting and delivering board support packages for advanced SoC and ASIC platforms powering space-based communication networks with an accent on secure boot architecture, power management, and silicon bring-up. Focus on developing flight-quality embedded software, designing HAL/driver architectures, and leading pre-silicon validation on emulation platforms.

Location: Onsite in Austin, TX, Bay Area, CA, Kent, WA, or San Diego, CA. Temporary remote work exception approved while sites are developed.

Salary: $164,652.00 - $230,512.80

Company

hirify.global is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds up to 6 Tbps.

What you will do

• Architect the full BSP software stack including boot ROMs, multi-level bootloaders, and platform initialization for custom SoCs/ASICs.
• Define and drive secure boot architecture, including chain-of-trust and hardware root-of-trust strategies.
• Design power management frameworks and develop debug/trace infrastructure (CoreSight, JTAG) to support silicon bring-up.
• Lead silicon bring-up activities on emulation platforms (Palladium, Zebu, Veloce) and FPGA prototypes.
• Define HAL and driver architecture for peripheral interfaces such as SPI, UART, I2C, and DMA.
• Collaborate with ASIC teams to influence SoC architecture decisions and establish firmware requirements.

Requirements

• B.S. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in BSP/firmware development for SoCs or custom ASICs.
• Expert-level proficiency in C and C++, with experience in bare metal or RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, VxWorks).
• Deep expertise in boot ROM development, secure boot, and cryptographic acceleration.
• Strong understanding of ARM/RISC-V processor architectures and SoC subsystems.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, refugee, or granted asylum; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Nice to have

• M.S. or Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Experience with space-grade or aerospace embedded systems and radiation-hardened architectures.
• Knowledge of DO-178C or equivalent safety-critical software standards.
• Contributions to open-source bootloader projects such as U-Boot, TF-A, or coreboot.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 5%.
• Stock options for all regular employees.
• Paid time off: Up to four weeks per year and 14 company-paid holidays.
• Education Support Program and a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.