Sr. Firmware Engineer

Who is Blueprint?

We are a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. Unified by a shared passion for solving complicated problems, our people are our greatest asset. We use technology as a tool to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, powered by the knowledge, skills, and the expertise of our teams, who all have unique perspectives and years of experience across multiple industries. We’re bold, smart, agile, and fun.

What does Blueprint do?

Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies.

Why Blueprint?

At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You’ll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands-on experience with the world’s best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won’t find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint.

We are looking for a Sr. Firmware Engineer to join us as we build cutting-edge technology solutions!  This is your opportunity to be part of a team that is committed to delivering best in class service to our customers.

In this role you will be an integral part of a collaborative team that works on a high-impact project involving the development and enhancement of firmware for market-leading devices and accessories. You will play a key role in debugging and coding, with 50% of your time dedicated to debugging and 35% to coding. Your work will directly influence product release cycles, providing you with immediate visibility and impact. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge hardware technology and grow in an environment that fosters continuous learning and development. You'll interact closely with product managers and fellow developers to ensure software meets the highest standards of quality and functionality.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, implement, test, and maintain firmware for a variety of sophisticated software projects.
• Gather and analyze system requirements, documenting specifications and developing solutions to meet client needs.
• Analyze enhancement requests and specifications, ensuring alignment with software requirements.
• Implement and customize system software to client specifications.
• Prepare detailed software specifications and test plans, ensuring clear and actionable documentation.
• Code new programs to client specifications, ensuring high-quality, functional software.
• Modify existing programs to meet new standards and conduct unit testing of developed software.
• Create migration packages for system testing, user testing, and implementation.
• Perform post-implementation validation, troubleshooting bugs identified during testing and resolving issues promptly.
• Provide quality assurance reviews to ensure software meets performance and functionality standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of overall experience, with at least 3 years of embedded firmware development experience.
• Strong expertise in C programming, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience.
• Proficiency with Git source control system, with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Solid experience working with bus protocols (e.g., USB, I2C, or SDIO), with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Strong debugging skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
• Experience in real-time operating systems.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A deep understanding of firmware design and real-time systems.
• Experience in large-scale systems software design and development.
• Expertise in problem diagnosis and resolution, especially within production environments.
• Demonstrated ability to handle both new and legacy systems, performing in-depth troubleshooting and unit testing.
• Experience in using debugging tools and systems for efficient problem-solving.

Salary Range

Pay ranges vary based on multiple factors including, without limitation, skill sets, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographical market. The pay range for this position reflects geographic based ranges for Washington state: $135,000 to $145,000 USD/annually. The salary/wage and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law.

If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to: [email protected]

Blueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k program
• Competitive PTO offerings
• Parental Leave
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Location: Hybrid: 2-3 days/week onsite