Staff Pre-Silicon Firmware Engineer

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and review hardware, software, and system architecture
• Develop firmware design documents based on technical requirements.
• Implement firmware and validate it in simulation, on FPGA/Emu, and on real silicon
• Enhance the tools and testbenches necessary for design development.
• Mentor one or more engineers or interns to assist in implementation and debug
• Work closely with hardware designers, software engineers, and project managers to achieve design goals and meet project timelines.

Requirements

• BS/MS/PhD in EE/CE/CS, or equivalent
• 5+ years experience in firmware development for embedded processors and near real-time systems.
• 2+ years experience in RTL simulation (either development or design verification).
• Proven ability to develop and maintain high-quality design documents
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with RTL simulation and pre-silicon firmware development
• Experience writing low-level firmware code (i.e. interacting with SoC IPs) 
• Experience with leading junior engineers or interns
• Familiar with Register description languages or IP-XACT
• Familiar with RISC-V processor architecture and AMBA bus structures 
• Familiar with debugging tools such as JTAG and gdb.
• Familiar with chip and board bring up activities.

What are some of the perks that you will receive being part of Untether AI?

• Aligned to Untether’s philosophy, our employees enjoy the same perks, regardless of role or level.  In part, these include:
• 20 vacation days
• Strong health and extended health benefits
• Unlimited sick days
• Stock options
• Building chips and software that will change the world

Thinking about applying?

• We’re a pretty welcoming bunch of people.  If we’ve piqued your interest, you’re passionate about the same things we are but you aren’t sure if you check all the boxes, please apply anyway.  We’re a great place to work, an even better place to learn and we focus on both capability and potential!
• Besides being a pretty friendly group, we’re also pretty diverse - ethnically, experientially and in our physical and mental abilities. If you are someone who needs accommodation during the interview process and/or in the workplace, please send a note along with your resume to careers@untether.ai and we’ll be in touch.