Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop low-level firmware and platform software for next-generation SoCs/ASICs. You will work across the product lifecycle, from pre-silicon enablement to post-silicon bring-up, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality embedded software.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for SoCs/ASICs.
- Develop bootloaders, BSPs, device drivers, and Hardware Abstraction Layers (HAL).
- Develop pre-silicon firmware for simulation, emulation, and FPGA platforms.
- Support silicon bring-up, board bring-up, hardware validation, debugging, and production enablement.
- Develop and optimize firmware for performance, power, memory, and reliability.
- Debug hardware/software issues using JTAG, GDB, Lauterbach, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
- Collaborate with hardware, validation, verification, and architecture teams.
- Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and technical documentation.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to subsystem development.
- Utilize AI-powered tools to improve development productivity and documentation.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 6–10+ years of embedded firmware/software development experience.
- Strong programming skills in Embedded C and Python.
- Experience with bootloaders, BSPs, device drivers, HAL, and RTOS (FreeRTOS/Zephyr).
- Knowledge of ARM/RISC-V architectures and interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, USB, and Ethernet.
- Strong debugging skills using JTAG, GDB, Lauterbach, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
- Experience with silicon/board bring-up and hardware-software integration.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Preferred
- Experience with simulation, emulation, or FPGA-based development.
- Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, and AI-powered development tools.
"Experience with artificial intelligence (AI) powered tools and technologies used to enhance productivity, analysis, and decision-making"
Benefits & Perks
At Silicon Labs, you’ll be part of a highly skilled team where every engineer makes a meaningful impact. We promote work-life balance and a welcoming, fun environment.
- Equity Rewards (RSUs)
- Insurance plans with outpatient cover
- National Pension Scheme (NPS)
- Flexible work policy
- Childcare support
Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 6-10+ years of embedded firmware/software development experience
- Strong programming skills in Embedded C and Python
- Experience with bootloaders, BSPs, device drivers, HAL, and RTOS (FreeRTOS/Zephyr)
- Knowledge of ARM/RISC-V architectures and interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet)
- Strong debugging skills using JTAG, GDB, Lauterbach, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
- Experience with silicon/board bring-up and hardware-software integration
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
- Experience with simulation, emulation, or FPGA-based development
- Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, and AI-powered development tools
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Retirement Support — Retirement support appears meaningful, with mentions of a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in some descriptions. Profit-sharing elements are also cited alongside retirement programs, strengthening the longer-term rewards picture.
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What We Do
We are a leader in secure, intelligent wireless technology for a more connected world. Our integrated hardware and software platform, intuitive development tools, unmatched ecosystem and robust support make us the ideal long-term partner in building advanced industrial, commercial, home and life applications. We make it easy for developers to solve complex wireless challenges throughout the product lifecycle and get to market quickly with innovative solutions that transform industries, grow economies and improve lives.
Why Work With Us
Our incredibly talented team is comprised of innovative risktakers pushing the bounds of what’s possible. We’re problem solvers first, addressing the industry’s biggest challenges to transform industries, grow economies and improve lives.
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