Firmware Engineer (contract)

Firmware Engineer (Contract)

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.

Summary:

Are you a passionate and experienced firmware engineer looking to make a meaningful impact in the world of gaming accessories? This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative team focused on developing cutting-edge accessories for an exciting ecosystem of gaming devices. As a key contributor to the firmware development process, you will play a critical role in bringing new product families and fundamental technologies to life. Working closely with cross-functional teams including operating system engineers, electrical designers, and validation and test engineers, you will help shape the future of consumer electronics through your deep expertise in embedded systems and firmware development. This role offers the chance to work on emerging products from the ground up, contributing to every phase of the hardware development lifecycle in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in all phases of hardware product development, including designing and implementing firmware code, creating prototypes and proofs of concept, writing test code, and developing support scripts

• Contribute to the design and implementation of firmware components and tools, including device drivers, peripheral drivers, communication interfaces, input and sensor data processing, power management state machines, and programming scripts

• Attend firmware and hardware team meetings and actively contribute to technical discussions

• Perform thorough code reviews to ensure quality and consistency across the codebase

• Integrate code drops from third-party suppliers into the existing firmware architecture

• Bring up device drivers and write comprehensive tests for firmware components

• Troubleshoot complex scenarios spanning across multiple systems and hardware platforms

Requirements:

• 8 to 10 years of professional experience in embedded firmware development is required

• Proven experience writing and debugging embedded firmware in a product development environment

• Experience integrating third-party code and working within multi-team development workflows

• Background in consumer electronics product development is strongly preferred

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field is required

• Proficiency in C with 8 or more years of experience

• Proficiency in C++ with 8 or more years of experience

• Embedded firmware development with 8 or more years of hands-on experience

• Familiarity with embedded RTOS or FreeRTOS design and debugging

• Strong foundation in computer science, including data structures, algorithms, and software design principles

• Experience with consumer electronics software design and development

• Demonstrated ability to perform in-depth troubleshooting and unit testing

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including hardware, operating system, and validation engineers

Additional Details:

• Location: Redmond, WA (Onsite)

• Duration: 8 months

• Pay Range*: $66.50 - $75 per hour

• Weekly Schedule: 40 hours

• Job Status: Non-Exempt

• Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.

This role is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Hospital plans

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Company paid short and long-term disability

• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.

Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.

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  We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.