Principal Firmware Engineer - Radio

2 Weeks ago • 12 Years +

About the job

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JMA seeks a Principal Firmware Engineer with 12+ years of experience in wireless applications and radio products. Must have expertise in C++, embedded software development, and object-oriented design. Experience with Linux kernel software, embedded Linux, and security principles is a plus. You'll collaborate on FW architecture, design, and implementation for cutting-edge wireless technologies.

JMA is restoring U.S. leadership in wireless technology at a critical time in the transition to 5G. It makes the world’s most advanced software-based 5G platform, designed, coded, and manufactured in Syracuse, NY at the only U.S.-owned 5G factory in the country.

Across its global tech centers, JMA makes 5G possible for organizations with the most critical connectivity demands in the world. JMA’s technology is ushering in a new era of connectivity for leading mobile carriers, the most iconic stadiums, major universities, leading healthcare centers, the busiest transit centers, and the U.S. Military.

5G is more than another G on your phone — it is a generational opportunity to change the way the world operates. Join the industry’s fastest growing technology company to shape that future today.

We are seeking a Principal Firmware Engineer with a strong focus on Firmware/Software development for Wireless Radio Applications. Successful candidates will be instrumental in architect, design and develop Firmware/Software solutions that are integrated into cutting-edge wireless technologies and will play a crucial role in advancing JMA FW capabilities, contributing to the development of wireless cellular systems. The ideal candidate will have an excellent technological skillset, as well as strong communication and organizational skills, to successfully contribute to all development phases of new wireless solutions, from concept phase to production.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with System Engineering teams to translate system-level requirements into optimal FW architecture, focusing on optimizing performances, modularity, security and scalability
Collaborate with Hardware and FPGA teams to define firmware specification, support board design and integration of FW into State-of-the-art SoC solutions
Develop, optimize and maintain FW and SW across JMA Radio product line
Develop and execute test and verification framework (from unit test to system test) to ensure reliability, functionality and security of code implemented, maximizing automation and continuous development-integration
Collaborate with Radio Integration Teams to develop test cases and test plans to validate the functionality and performance of each wireless product
Define branching strategy, deployment pipelines and maintain repos according to JMA Software Development rules
Work with Project Management team to support task break-down, backlog management, estimation and resource scheduling to ensure development team accomplish committed milestones. Be a primary contributor in all JIRA/Scrum meetings
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment, and ensuring growth of the team
Create and maintain detailed version-controlled documentation of FW architecture, FW design and features to facilitate collaboration and knowledge transfer across the teams and ensure maintainability
Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in wireless field, embedded system SW development and radio products
Think forward, explore and recommend new tools, methodologies, and techniques to enhance FW/SW development processes and strengthen

Qualifications

Minimum of 12 years of experience in FW/SW architecture, design and implementations with a specific emphasis for wireless applications and radio products. Proven track record of successful implementation and optimization of FW code for wireless applications
Solid experience in object-oriented design and development using C++, as well as full proficiency in embedded software development in C. Nice to have Python/Bash scripting
Ability to design and implement applications using modular, test oriented and scalable solutions
Experience with Linux kernel software, Embedded Linux, RTOS, U-Boot/kernel development and customization, Linux Device Tree, File system operations
Experience with Embedded System Security principles and techniques, security by design and OS hardening
Design and development experience with SoC devices, with FPGA and Embedded Processors
Experience with testing and debugging multi-thread embedded systems software Familiar with lab instrumentations and tools
Used to git and agile workflow is an asset
Knowledge of O-RAN specifications (WG4, WG11) and functionalities is a strong plus
Familiar with wireless communication protocols (e.g., LTE, 5G) and their implementation using FPGA based systems
Knowledge of RF systems, signal processing challenges in wireless communication
Knowledge of Telecom technologies: Sync-E, PTP, IEEE-1588v2, Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP
Familiarity with 3GPP RAN specifications and related functionalities
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify future possible issues and take corrective actions, troubleshoot, debug and perform root causes analysis

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At JMA, our people are deeply committed to their work and we provide benefits to match. When you join JMA you have immediate access to everything you need. Whether you're looking for employee discounts, financial, legal and/or childcare resources and support, we have you covered. We believe in providing comprehensive health and wellness coverage along with monetary rewards towards health goals, in addition to numerous company-provided personal protection benefits at no additional cost to you.

At JMA, we don’t just accept differences — we embrace them. JMA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.