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Senior Firmware Engineer (Shelton, CT)

Shelton, Connecticut

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On the R&D team, you’ll join 700 scientists, researchers, clinicians, software developers, data scientists and engineers who work in all phases of the product development lifecycle – including concept, planning, development and validation on new product launches and patents. Together, you’ll build next-generation solutions that contribute to food safety, diagnostic innovations, drug development, big data technologies and more. The future of environmental, human and life sciences is up to you.

  • Full Time
  • Minimal Travel

Success Profile

We have found that the following traits and attributes help lead to a successful future in R&D at PerkinElmer.

  • Adaptable
  • Analytical
  • Collaborative
  • Proactive
  • Problem-Solver
  • Innovative

Employee Quote

There is a deep mutual respect for each other’s skills and contributions. Whether it’s taking on a new process skill or a new software skill, we are always moving forward so you never get bored – that’s what makes it exciting even after 30 years.

Jay Ives, Sr. Manager, Spectroscopy R&D

Responsibilities

Location(s) Shelton, Connecticut Status Regular Job ID REQ-053481

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Design and development of firmware applications and drivers in Embedded Linux and/or Embedded Windows environment.
  • Design and development of new product architectures and deployment planning.
  • Strong involvement in product from inception through launch, interacting with early users, understanding customer needs, and driving solutions to meet or exceed expectations.
  • Development of project tasks, timelines and reporting regularly on progress.
  • Investigation of complex system problems and driving engineering solutions to improve products and processes.

Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of related knowledge and experience with both applications and driver development.
  • Able to commute 5 days/week on site in Shelton, CT (Sorry, sponsorship is not budgeted for this role)
  • Expert with modern development tools (IDEs): Eclipse, Visual Studio, etc.
  • Experience with Embedded RTOS design especially Embedded Linux highly desirable.
  • Experience in C/C++ and other higher level languages
  • Experience with standard communication interfaces: USB, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, etc.
  • Understanding of VHDL or Verilog within FPGAs.
  • Experience with motion controls and/or vision systems a plus.
  • Demonstrated understanding of standard design practices including revision control, design for manufacturing, design for test, and design for reliability.
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate projects and communicate across related disciplines.

Job Performance Characteristics:

  • Comfortable working with others in a laboratory environment.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills able to solve problems and document solutions.
  • Accountable for developing innovative solutions that meet time and budgetary constraints.
  • Able to prioritize tasks and deliver high impact solutions independently.
  • Willing to mentor or lead less experienced team members.

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $96,000 to $120,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

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