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Monarch Quantum

Firmware Engineer 4

san diego, CA

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About this opportunity

Monarch Quantum lists this Firmware Engineer 4 opportunity in san diego, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Principal Firmware Engineer. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a self-starter who thrives in a fluid startup environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies, work closely with leadership, and develop and implement engineering practices that support our mission and growth. Your key responsibilities are as follows:

Develop FPGA based solutions utilizing hybrid C/C++ microprocessor and HDL fabric architectures.

Provide firmware subject matter expertise in architectural development and multi-disciplinary design trade-studies and down-selects

Work with program management and project engineers to develop, execute and status project scope

Work with internal and external stakeholders to develop and verify/validate embedded systems requirements and interface control documents

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including firmware, hardware, and software engineers

Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and adhere to best coding practices

Maintain clear and well-structured documentation

Work independently and in a team while over communicating with the manager, project engineer, and the teammates

Use tenacity, patience, self-discipline, and passion for excellence to assure accuracy of execution schedule, data quality/integrity, conformance to company best practices, clarity in communication, and documentation

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers

Requirements

Please Note this position requires access to export-controlled information. Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).

Experience

A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, ideally within a startup or technology company

Skills

7+ years of professional experience in FPGA/Embedded Development

Strong understanding of digital logic, computer architecture, and electronics.

Experience using Xilinx Vivado/Vitis development toolset

Experience performing FPGA simulation, integration, and verification

Experience developing hybrid SOC and soft-microprocessor architectures

Proficient in C/C++ language with an emphasis in real-time embedded development

Experience working through complex timing closure issues in system involving dense IP and algorithmic outputs

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team

Experience with device level communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Serial, SerDes)

Knowledge of firmware best practices, including design patterns, SOLID principles, and performance optimization

Experience working in an agile development environment

Startup Mindset

You're creative, flexible, and eager to wear multiple hats

You're passionate about building systems from the ground up and comfortable with ambiguity and change

Benefits

The expected annual salary range for this position is $175,000-$225,000.

As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch's comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching

20 paid time off (PTO) days per year

13 paid company holidays

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

Monarch Quantum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.

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Worksite address

san diego, CA, 92189, US

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