HerdStar LLC
Base pay range
$65,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr Firmware Engineer We are seeking a skilled Firmware Engineer to join our innovative team in developing cutting-edge products and enhancing existing solutions. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain firmware for new and existing products, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring groundbreaking ideas to life, from concept to production.
The position can be located either in our Lincoln, NE or Mankato, MN offices.
About Us
We love a challenge and work hard to meet the needs of our diverse customer base with our commitment to the production of high-quality US-based parts.
We are growing fast. We recently added 40,000 square feet to our existing 75,000 square foot building.
Safety is a top priority. BinMaster is a credentialed SHARP participant and has received the Star Safety Award from the Nebraska Safety Council.
Named Nebraska’s 2017 mid-sized manufacturer of the year by the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
Named manufacturer of the year by the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce in 2019.
Awarded the Governor's Excellence in Wellness Award in 2019.
Committed to giving back to the community through commitments to United Way and local Food Bank initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and test firmware for new product development, ensuring alignment with product specifications and performance requirements.
Update, optimize, and maintain firmware for existing products to enhance functionality, fix bugs, and improve performance.
Collaborate with hardware, software, and product teams to integrate firmware with system architecture and ensure seamless operation.
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as C, C++, or Assembly for embedded systems.
Perform debugging, troubleshooting, and validation of firmware on various microcontrollers and embedded platforms.
Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and industry standards.
Contribute to the development of firmware development processes, tools, and methodologies.
Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to incorporate into firmware solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
3-5 years of experience in hardware and/or firmware development in a product development environment.
Proficiency in C, C++, or Assembly for embedded applications. Strong understanding of microcontroller architectures (e.g., ARM, AVR, PIC) and RTOS including embedded Linux.
Experience with hardware debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
Strong knowledge of real-time embedded systems, interrupts, and communications protocols (I²C, SPI, UART, CAN) to high-level (USB, TCP/UDP). Ability to interpret datasheets and schematics.
Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., SVN, Git) and agile development methodologies.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Skills
Experience with wireless communication protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, LoRa).
Security practices for embedded systems, including secure boot and encryption.
Experience with automated testing frameworks for firmware validation.
Knowledge of low-power design techniques for battery-operated devices.
Working knowledge of power control systems and sensor monitoring.
What We Provide
Competitive wage based on education and experience.
Great emphasis on working safely.
Strong focus on celebrating success.
Employee-focused environment.
Full health care benefits including dental and vision.
401k with company profit sharing.
HerdStar and BinMaster provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. HerdStar and BinMaster utilize EVerify.
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$65,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr Firmware Engineer We are seeking a skilled Firmware Engineer to join our innovative team in developing cutting-edge products and enhancing existing solutions. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain firmware for new and existing products, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring groundbreaking ideas to life, from concept to production.
The position can be located either in our Lincoln, NE or Mankato, MN offices.
About Us
We love a challenge and work hard to meet the needs of our diverse customer base with our commitment to the production of high-quality US-based parts.
We are growing fast. We recently added 40,000 square feet to our existing 75,000 square foot building.
Safety is a top priority. BinMaster is a credentialed SHARP participant and has received the Star Safety Award from the Nebraska Safety Council.
Named Nebraska’s 2017 mid-sized manufacturer of the year by the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
Named manufacturer of the year by the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce in 2019.
Awarded the Governor's Excellence in Wellness Award in 2019.
Committed to giving back to the community through commitments to United Way and local Food Bank initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and test firmware for new product development, ensuring alignment with product specifications and performance requirements.
Update, optimize, and maintain firmware for existing products to enhance functionality, fix bugs, and improve performance.
Collaborate with hardware, software, and product teams to integrate firmware with system architecture and ensure seamless operation.
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as C, C++, or Assembly for embedded systems.
Perform debugging, troubleshooting, and validation of firmware on various microcontrollers and embedded platforms.
Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and industry standards.
Contribute to the development of firmware development processes, tools, and methodologies.
Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to incorporate into firmware solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
3-5 years of experience in hardware and/or firmware development in a product development environment.
Proficiency in C, C++, or Assembly for embedded applications. Strong understanding of microcontroller architectures (e.g., ARM, AVR, PIC) and RTOS including embedded Linux.
Experience with hardware debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
Strong knowledge of real-time embedded systems, interrupts, and communications protocols (I²C, SPI, UART, CAN) to high-level (USB, TCP/UDP). Ability to interpret datasheets and schematics.
Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., SVN, Git) and agile development methodologies.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Skills
Experience with wireless communication protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, LoRa).
Security practices for embedded systems, including secure boot and encryption.
Experience with automated testing frameworks for firmware validation.
Knowledge of low-power design techniques for battery-operated devices.
Working knowledge of power control systems and sensor monitoring.
What We Provide
Competitive wage based on education and experience.
Great emphasis on working safely.
Strong focus on celebrating success.
Employee-focused environment.
Full health care benefits including dental and vision.
401k with company profit sharing.
HerdStar and BinMaster provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. HerdStar and BinMaster utilize EVerify.
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