Principal Engineer, Software/Firmware Engineering (Embedded)

TL;DR

Principal Engineer, Software/Firmware Engineering (Embedded): Implementing next-generation software architecture and firmware design for Photonic SoC and memory training with an accent on SoC IP initialization and board bring-up. Focus on optimizing boot time, debugging hardware issues in pre-silicon environments, and developing low-level drivers for ARM-based systems.

Location: Santa Clara, CA. Applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. export control laws (EAR).

Salary: $193,000.00 - $233,000.00 per year

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of semiconductor solutions serving enterprise, cloud, and AI data infrastructure.

What you will do

• Implement next-generation software architecture and firmware design for HBM, DDR, and Photonic SoC.
• Perform board bring-up and power-on of SoCs received from the FAB.
• Develop and debug firmware/driver stacks in simulation, emulation, and hybrid models.
• Optimize boot time and conduct memory profiling and performance analysis of firmware/software.
• Collaborate with architecture teams on feature debugging and SoC enhancements.
• Produce technical documentation, including software specifications and data sheets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in low-level driver development for ARM-based systems.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and ARM Assembly (ASM).
• Experience with ARM v8 architecture, BSP, and the bring-up process.
• Knowledge of hardware interfaces such as SPI, I2C, DDR3/4/5, or PCIe.
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under U.S. export control laws (EAR).

Nice to have

• Experience with JTAG, TRACE32, or OpenOCD debuggers.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Work environment focused on shared collaboration, transparency, and inclusivity.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a purpose-driven innovation culture.