Senior Embedded Software Application Engineer

Alif Semiconductor is revolutionizing the way secure connected AI-enabled embedded solutions are created. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to be involved in a fast-paced environment with cutting-edge technology.

We are looking for self-driven and motivated Senior Application Engineer in Pleasanton, CA to help us promote and support the groundbreaking family of Ensemble Micro Controllers that has received a lot of industry attention.

Responsibilities:

• Design Embedded Firmware, Application Examples and a Proof-of-Concept solutions.
• Support Alif Semiconductor customers including, but not limited to Zephyr Operating Systems.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by providing outstanding support and guidance.
• Contribute to the development of documentation such as Application Notes, Quick Start Guides and User Manuals.
• Work with the marketing team to validate product requirements and review new product introduction materials.
• Assist in business development activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or above degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• 8+ years of experience of developing firmware and/or software for embedded products. Experience with IoT edge devices a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in developing device drivers and application software for digital and analog peripherals.
• Proficient in developing software for bare metal and Real Time Operating Systems. Zephyr experience is required.
• Proficient in C and/or C++ programming with best engineering and software development practices.
• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and other standard lab equipment.
• Comfortable working with well-defined and ambiguous requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and proactive, can-do attitude.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience in the following areas is a huge plus:
• ML/AI is a big plus.
• Image pipeline including camera, ISP, encoder, and display.
• Power management for embedded systems.
• Familiarity with BLE, and 802.15.4.

$180,000 - $220,000 a year

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