Senior Firmware Engineer

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Senior Firmware Engineer!! 

Location: Graz, Austria

Job ID: 48371

We are looking for a skilled embedded software engineer who will work on creating secure firmware platforms for low-power secure IoT devices (RFID readers, indoor location devices, wearables) including working with secure elements and a variety of RF technologies (BLE, NFC, UWB, Wi-Fi and more).

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

As our Senior Firmware Engineer, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

• Designing and implementing of new secure embedded firmware applications in C


• Preparing source code documentation


• Preparing, presenting, and participating in technical discussions and code reviews


• Analyzing and evaluating software requirements; collaborating with colleagues and customers to gather and define product requirements


• Assisting in product design and architecture development


• Proactively providing status, raising issues, and communicating necessary information to appropriate team members on a regular basis


• Developing test fixtures in C and higher-level Object-Oriented language (e.g. C# or Python)


• Supporting in the design and development of auxiliary desktop engineering tools

Your Experience and Background include:  

• 3+ years of software development with experience in embedded microcontrollers (ARM Cortex-M, RISC-V, etc.)


• Excellent programming and debugging skills in the C programming language


• Familiarity with source code management, bug tracking, project planning, and continuous integration tools


• Assembly language knowledge


• Any higher-level language knowledge (e.g. C# or Python)


• Experience with secure elements


• Embedded RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, etc.)


• Proficiency in communication protocols (I2C, SPI, ISO7816/14443, NFC, BLE, etc.)


• Applied cryptography knowledge

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package


• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance


• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture


• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential

• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply


• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers


• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact [email protected].

Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly, all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support, not replace, human judgment in the evaluation process.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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