Staff Firmware Developer

What You’ll Need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related discipline 5+ years of experience in embedded firmware development Strong proficiency in embedded C, with working knowledge of C++ and assembly language Solid understanding of embedded system design at both board and IC levels Good knowledge of microprocessor architectures, including memory subsystems, interrupts, and common peripherals Experience with communication protocols such as UART, I²C, SPI, and USB Familiarity with hardware debug and analysis tools (e.g., hardware debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams Proven ability to plan and manage work to meet project deadlines Detail‑oriented, quality‑focused, and a strong team player Interest in or experience with the semiconductor industry Demonstrated experience using AI‑assisted development tools across multiple stages of the software lifecycle (design, implementation, validation, and maintenance) Ability to critically assess AI‑generated outputs, validate correctness, and integrate them safely into production‑grade firmware What Else You May Bring Experience with scripting languages, particularly Python Experience with ARM Cortex‑M based microcontrollers Hands‑on experience with FPGA prototype platforms for system evaluation Experience with Verilog or SystemVerilog Experience running and analyzing RTL simulations Experience building or customizing AI‑enabled workflows (e.g., prompt engineering, automation, or tool integration) to support firmware development, verification, or documentation Familiarity with enterprise and security considerations when applying AI in a regulated or IP‑sensitive environment onsemi is excited to share the base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $130,000.00. Range exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. The final pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, education, experience, and/or consideration of internal equity of our current team members. We also offer a competitive benefits package