Senior Firmware Engineer

Position: Senior Firmware EngineerLocation: Brazil (Remote)Employment Type: Contract, Contract-to-HireAbout UsWe are Binho.
We build the products people talk about.We develop, sell, and support our own hardware and software products under the Binho brand as well as develop custom, bespoke solutions for our clients, often tackling projects in drone delivery, autonomous vehicles, consumer IoT, AI-enabled wearable devices, advanced robotics, non-terrestrial RF communication, industrial automation platforms, and more.Our internally developed products are used by 175+ teams at global semiconductor companies, a reach made possible by the way we've engineered the playbook for making hybrid teams deliver outstanding results.
That expertise has also made us recognized industry leaders in I3C protocol implementation and verification — and as MIPI Alliance contributor members, we're helping shape the ongoing I3C specification itself.We're doing extraordinary work.
If you're exceptional and want to create technology that pushes boundaries and defines the future, we want you on our team.About This RoleWe're looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer to take ownership of complex embedded systems projects from concept to production.
You'll lead firmware architecture, make key technical decisions, and mentor junior engineers — all while working alongside some of the best hardware engineers in the industry.Your work will range from our own USB host adapters to custom embedded solutions for major clients.
You'll solve challenging real-time system problems, design for resource-constrained environments, and integrate closely with hardware teams to create products that shape how leading companies develop hardware.
In this role, you'll have the autonomy to drive architecture and implementation while setting high engineering standards for the team.Main ResponsibilitiesArchitect and implement advanced embedded firmware for complex microcontroller-based systemsLead technical projects from concept through production with minimal supervisionDrive firmware architecture decisions and establish coding standardsMentor junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and technical guidanceSolve complex problems involving real-time systems, communication protocols, and hardware integrationCollaborate closely with hardware teams on system-level design and optimizationOptimize performance of resource-constrained embedded systemsLead debugging efforts for the most challenging firmware and system issuesContribute to technical planning and provide accurate project estimatesInterface with clients on technical requirements and implementation approachesRequirements6+ years of embedded firmware development experienceExpert-level proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systemsDeep experience with microcontroller architectures and real-time systemsAdvanced ability to read, analyze, and collaborate on complex electronic schematics and hardware designAdvanced knowledge of communication protocols (USB, UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet)Strong understanding of hardware-software integration and embedded system designExperience with RTOS implementation and real-time system optimizationProficiency with debugging tools, logic analyzers, and embedded development environmentsSolid background in software architecture and design patterns for embedded systemsAbility to mentor junior engineers and conduct comprehensive code reviewsComfortable level of English (written and spoken)Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on complex projectsPreferredExperience with USB host/device development and complex communication stacksKnowledge of low-level driver development and hardware abstraction layersBackground in test and measurement equipment or development toolsUnderstanding of power management and low-power embedded designFamiliarity with automated testing and continuous integration for embedded systemsExperience with FPGA integration and hardware accelerationKnowledge of safety-critical systems and regulatory complianceUnderstanding of manufacturing processes and production firmware considerationsWe OfferWork with major technology companies and rising Silicon Valley startupsProfessional development and continuous learning opportunitiesDynamic and innovative work environment with travel opportunities and positive, collaborative atmosphereFlexible schedules and supportive work cultureClear growth path as the company expandsWhy Join BinhoWe're a leading company in connecting hardware development companies with world-class engineering talent in Brazil - leveraging our deep understanding of both Silicon Valley innovation culture and Brazil's exceptional technical capabilities to deliver solutions that consistently exceed client expectations and set new industry standards.
Our collaborative environment ensures you'll work closely with talented engineers, gaining valuable cross-disciplinary experience that's increasingly important in today's integrated hardware-software world.If this opportunity to advance your engineering career while working on innovative products resonates with you, we'd love to hear from youJob Type: ContractLanguage:English (Intermediate Level) (Required)