Embedded Firmware Engineer – Compute Test

Teradyne

. Develop embedded board support packages for Teradyne instruments .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeNorth Reading • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $129,600 - $207,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing Embedded Linux Board Support Packages (BSPs) and application development in Linux environments, with strong capabilities in C and C++ coding, as well as experience in CI/CD integration and hardware protocol familiarity. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and implement high-quality, maintainable code for complex systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Embedded Linux BSP DevelopmentC and C++ CodingCI/CD IntegrationGIT, CMake, Yocto, and DockerTroubleshooting and Debugging

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Hard Skills

C and C++ CodingEmbedded Linux BSP DevelopmentApplication Development in Linux EnvironmentsCI/CD IntegrationTroubleshooting and DebuggingDevice TreesU-boot ConfigurationScripting Languages (Python, Bash)Hardware Protocols (I2C, SPI, PCIe, Ethernet, USB)Automated Test Equipment

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInitiative

Tools & Technologies

GITCMakeYoctoDocker

Certifications & Qualifications

BS in Electrical EngineeringBS in Computer EngineeringBS in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Embedded SystemsOpen Source CommunitiesPeer-Reviewed Software Development ProcessesCross-Functional TeamsComplex Systems Design

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerLinuxOpen SourcePythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop embedded board support packages for Teradyne instruments
Contribute to key architecture choices involving processors, operating systems, tools, and network adaptation
Architect, design, implement, verify, and validate Linux BSPs and userspace tools in the lab for automated test equipment
Work with Hardware, Software, and Systems Engineering to provide interfaces to complex hardware systems
Implement scalable, high-performance, high-quality, extensible, and maintainable code
Build, deploy, and automate testing of created and improved systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience
Software coding using C and C++ (11 or newer)
Experience with Embedded Linux BSP development, including Devicetrees, u-boot configuration, and building and deploying Linux on embedded systems
Application development in Linux environments
Excellent communication skills and willingness to take initiative to aggregate project needs
Experience with CI/CD integration
Expertise in C, C++ coding and several scripting languages, including Python and bash
Linux operating systems experience
Experience with GIT, CMake, Yocto, and Docker
Familiarity with hardware protocols such as I2C, SPI, PCIe, Ethernet, and USB
Excellent troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills, especially debugging remote systems with multiple devices in the loop
Experience with Automated Test Equipment is a plus
Familiarity with peer-reviewed software development processes
Familiarity working with open source communities such as the Linux kernel and u-boot
Experience working in cross-functional teams designing complex systems
BS required; advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related technical field from a top university or engineering institution
Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Tuition assistance programs
Health and well-being benefit programs