Embedded Software Engineer

Morse Micro is seeking a number of highly skilled Embedded Software Engineers with varying levels of experience across our Applications, Software and Open Source departments for a number of exciting new projects to contribute to the development of our cutting-edge Wi-Fi HaLow (802.11ah) chipsets for IoT devices. This is a unique opportunity to work with the inventors of Wi-Fi to develop the world's lowest power Wi-Fi technology and shape the future of wireless connectivity.

Responsibilities include:

Applications

• Assist in developing software solutions for customer projects, including on-site support when necessary.
• Work directly with customers via conference calls and in-person meetings to understand and resolve their technical requirements.

Open Source

• Assist customers in porting and deploying Morse Micro software components to different platforms.
• Define workflows to manage Morse Micro public software releases, including external contributions.
• Contribute to external open source projects to drive the adoption of Wi-Fi HaLow.

Software

• Develop and maintain embedded software for our Wi-Fi HaLow (802.11ah) chipsets.
• Work with RTOS environments (such as FreeRTOS) on low-level system components including bootloaders, device drivers, and interrupt handlers.
• Debug and troubleshoot software and hardware integration issues using GDB, Logic Analyzers, and Wireshark.
• Collaborate with hardware teams to design and implement efficient communication protocols (e.g., GPIO, SPI, SDIO, I2C).
• Actively participate in software design discussions, code reviews, and provide guidance on best practices.
• Conduct performance analysis and profiling to optimize system resources and ensure efficient operation of Wi-Fi HaLow chipsets.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Embedded C: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in Embedded C programming.
• RTOS: Strong background working with FreeRTOS or similar real-time operating systems for embedded systems.
• Debugging: Excellent debugging skills using tools such as GDB, Logic Analyzers, and Wireshark.
• Software Development: Comprehensive understanding of software development flows, processes, and best practices.
• Experience using software version control and issue tracking systems
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and progress clearly.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Wi-Fi Networking: Understanding of Wi-Fi networking, including the theory of operation.
• OSI Model: Experience with the OSI model and Ethernet routing, forwarding, and bridging.
• Scripting Languages: Working knowledge of Python, Bash, and Makefile.
• Linux Environment: Proficiency in Linux, especially Linux shell and networking utilities.
• Experience with ARM Cortex and RISC-V instruction sets and architectures
• Experience in working on GNU/Linux, GCC and Make development environment
• Experience with wireshark for testing and debugging of 802.11 systems
• Experience with various hardware interfacing buses, like SDIO, SPI and I2C

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary & Stock Options: Competitive salary along with an excellent stock option package.
• Visa Sponsorship: Potential sponsorship of a work visa for the right candidate.
• Healthy Work Environment: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with sit/stand desks and large monitors.
• Snacks & Drinks: Access to a variety of snacks, drinks, including barista coffee, and some of the world’s finest beers.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a high-performing, diverse, and inclusive company where you can make a tangible impact.

Who we are:

Morse Micro is Australia’s largest semiconductor company building Wi-Fi HaLow (802.11ah) chips for the Internet of Things (IoT). We are a team of wireless experts that love to work hard, innovate, and invent. Together, we are building the world’s lowest power Wi-Fi technology that will enable billions of IoT devices to connect securely to the internet. We are a global team with offices in Sydney & Picton (Australia), Irvine, Bay Area & Boston (USA), Bangalore (India), Cambridge (UK), Hangzhou (China), Taipei (Taiwan) and Tokyo (Japan).

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