Firmware Engineer

As a Firmware Engineer at Sofar, you will be responsible for designing and implementing efficient embedded firmware for our marine hardware products. Your role includes developing the Bristlemouth open hardware connectivity stack, collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting system testing, and ensuring clear documentation for user and internal needs.

To qualify for the Firmware Engineer position at Sofar, candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of professional embedded firmware/software experience, proficiency in C/C++ and Python, and a solid understanding of multiple embedded platforms and hardware peripherals. A passion for ocean health is a bonus!

Firmware Engineers at Sofar use a variety of tools and technologies including C/C++ for firmware development, Python for creating automation tools, and advanced prototyping tools for system testing. Experience with radio telemetry and embedded networking will also be advantageous.

At Sofar, you can expect a collaborative and supportive work environment. The focus is on teamwork within small, multidisciplinary groups where you can pitch in to solve challenging issues and contribute to well-crafted, impactful products. An emphasis on climate justice further enriches the workplace culture.

Absolutely! Working as a Firmware Engineer at Sofar not only allows you to develop your technical skills through innovative projects but also encourages participation in collaborative brainstorming sessions and code reviews, all within a mission-driven company focused on sustainability and ocean health.

Definitely! When discussing your experience, focus on specific projects where you designed or implemented embedded systems, detailing the challenges you faced and how you solved them. Highlight any performance optimizations and testing methodologies used.

Discuss your systematic approach to debugging, which may include breaking down the problem, using debugging tools, and checking hardware and software interactions. Share an example where your debugging led to a significant improvement in system performance.

Mention specific collaboration tools like Git for version control, JIRA for project management, and any communication platforms like Slack or Zoom. Emphasize how these tools help maintain cohesion in project workflows.

Share a specific example, focusing on the problem's nature and how you communicated with other engineers to troubleshoot. Highlight how collaboration led to a solution and improved the overall product.

Explain how you’ve implemented automated testing strategies, discussing the tools and frameworks used. Include the impact of these tests on the development process and product reliability.

If applicable, describe the IoT platforms you've worked on, the features you contributed to, and the technologies utilized. Discuss how your work contributed to the platform's overall performance and user experience.

Discuss your strategies for creating documentation, such as using consistent formatting, including examples, and getting feedback from peers. Emphasize the importance of documentation for team communication and future reference.

Share specific technologies that excite you, such as advancements in AI for embedded systems or improvements in communication protocols. Discuss how these can impact future innovations in marine technology.

Highlight your time management skills and how you use frameworks like Agile or Kanban to keep track of tasks. Discuss the importance of communication with your team to align priorities and deadlines.

Describe the entire process, from brainstorming and design to coding, testing, and deployment. Focus on collaboration, the challenges faced, and the impact of the feature on the final product.