Embedded Firmware Engineer Job at Vicor Corp. (Andover)

Job Description

Participate in the development of embedded firmware architecture and code optimized for controlling families of VI Chip power components. Work alongside Analog Engineers to generate control algorithms and firmware solutions for power supply platforms. Respond to change requests and bug fixes by viewing scope traces and other hardware-oriented evidence. Define processes, methods and tools for developing power converter control algorithms that can be used across VI Chip product families. Incorporate product and manufacturing requirements into firmware design. Perform design tradeoffs, evaluation, and selection of microcontrollers to meet performance and cost goals. Analyze requirements, identify tasks, provide estimates, and work with the team to meet schedule milestones. Mentor power supply hardware engineers on how to contribute to firmware development projects. Ensure the use of formal development methods and application of best practices in developing standard code modules for VI Chip products. Participate in the development in requirements and design specifications. Participate in unit testing and other V&V activities

Job Responsibility

Participate in the development of embedded firmware architecture and code optimized for controlling families of VI Chip power components
Work alongside Analog Engineers to generate control algorithms and firmware solutions for power supply platforms. Respond to change requests and bug fixes by viewing scope traces and other hardware-oriented evidence
Define processes, methods and tools for developing power converter control algorithms that can be used across VI Chip product families
Incorporate product and manufacturing requirements into firmware design
Perform design tradeoffs, evaluation, and selection of microcontrollers to meet performance and cost goals
Analyze requirements, identify tasks, provide estimates, and work with the team to meet schedule milestones
Mentor power supply hardware engineers on how to contribute to firmware development projects
Ensure the use of formal development methods and application of best practices in developing standard code modules for VI Chip products
Participate in the development in requirements and design specifications
Participate in unit testing and other V&V activities

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. M.S. degree preferred
5+ years’ experience with embedded firmware development, microprocessors/microcontrollers, and software/hardware debugging
Proficient in C-language and Assembly Language programming
Ability to execute and deliver against tight time schedules
Strong team player with ability to collaborate across functional areas such as engineering, marketing and manufacturing organizations
Self-motivated with strong analytical and problem solving skills
Organized, thorough, and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills

Nice to have

Prior power supply design and test experience a big plus
Experience with Simulink, StateFlow, MS DevStudio and ARM Cortex M0 a plus

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