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KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for a Principal Firmware Engineer.
Our client, an industry leader within the medical device and audiology industry is seeking a Principal Firmware Engineer to lead and mentor a team, and develop firmware for microcontroller-based systems. Encoding speech and music for Cochlear implant recipients.
Responsibilities:
Analog and digital circuits
Power subsystems, both inductively coupled and long range RF power
Communication links operating at frequencies below 100mhz
Organic PCB technologies including related electrical performance issues
Various aspects of designing Class III electronic medical technologies involving custom components and should be experienced with the regulatory requirements associated with the submission of such technologies to regulatory bodies (CE and FDA)
Digital signal processing technologies, custom component specification and design and verification of inductively powered systems
Ensure adherence of designs and processes to applicable industry standards and internal quality system standards.
Obtain a system level view to drive tradeoff analysis during product development while considering features, schedules, cost, complexity, risk and usability.
Conduct feasibility work on product / system components and features in area of technical expertise. Study and be able to propose suitable components, algorithms and solutions at the least in the area of expertise.
Work with Electrical (RF, Board & IC), Firmware, Software and Mechanical teams during the product development and system integration phase.
Work with R&T and other R&D groups to define architectures for future products and systems with a solid understanding of market needs.
Maintain design history consistent with the submission requirements of regulatory agencies. Directly applicable experience with electronic implantable hearing technologies and systems involving custom components
Strong hands-on technical ability in at least three of the following: Circuits, Embedded systems, DSP, RF, custom ics.
Competent with the relevant tools in the area of expertise (MATLAB, Embedded tools, SPICE, VHDL, etc.).
Core competency in designing and testing inductively powered systems using custom RF components
Core competency in digital signal processing for audio
Competency in HDL design and verification
Class 3 Medical Device experience is a must including knowledge of relevant standards (IEC60601, EN 45502, etc.).
Comfortable working in a highly regulated environment with strict requirements for process, procedures and documentation and experience with formal regulatory procedures for Class III submissions to CE and FDA bodies.
Experience with vendor and technology selection for Class III medical systems
Experience Needed:
- 10+ years of firmware design, testing, & implementation
- Masters Degree or relevant Experience in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Mentorship and Leadership of interns and engineering teams
Benefits and Perks:
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
401k plan with company match
Bonus Programs
Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
PTO & paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
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ABOUT KORE1
Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies.
Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies.
Kore1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kore1 complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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. Kore1 expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Kore1's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
