Job Description
Job DescriptionJoin a Global Semiconductor Leader – Build for the Long Term
TRC Talent Solutions is partnering with a globally established, financially strong semiconductor organization that is aggressively expanding its U.S. headquarters. This is not a backfill role—this is a foundational growth hire.
Our site is currently approximately 60 engineers with a strategic roadmap to scale to 250+ over the coming years. This creates a rare opportunity to join a stable, mid-sized team early enough to directly influence technology direction and culture as we grow into a major engineering hub.
Summary
We are seeking a Senior to Staff-level Firmware Engineer (typically 4–12+ years of experience) who is ready to evolve beyond execution into architectural influence and technical mentorship.
This role sits at the intersection of hardware and firmware, focused on enabling and optimizing DDR4 and DDR5 memory systems for next-generation data center platforms. You will be a key technical pillar in a site-wide expansion, helping shape the next generation of engineering talent.
Responsibilities
Develop and enhance firmware for DDR4/DDR5 memory subsystems.
Work at the register level to configure and optimize memory components (RCD, DB, PMIC).
Drive both bug resolution and new feature development across firmware stacks.
Contribute to long-term firmware architecture and system design decisions.
Collaborate closely with hardware, validation, and system engineering teams.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building a scalable engineering organization.
Support development aligned with evolving JEDEC standards, including DDR5 advancements.
Requirements
Experience: 4–12+ years in firmware development (Leveling available from Senior to Staff).
Technical Stack:
Proficiency in C/C++ for low-level development.
Python for scripting and automation.
Hardware Expertise:
Deep understanding of DDR4/DDR5 memory systems.
Familiarity with RCD, Data Buffers (DB), and PMIC integration.
Ability to work at the register and system level.
Mindset:
Comfortable balancing hands-on coding with architectural input.
Strong mentorship mentality (“each one, teach one”).
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Competitive with top-tier semiconductor firms.
Equity: Startup-style stock option plan.
Bonus: Sign-on and relocation packages available.
Career Growth: Significant upward mobility as the local site expands toward 250 employees.
Environment:
Brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.
High-energy, collaborative engineering culture.
Why Join This Team?
This is a rare opportunity to operate as the “engine” of a high-growth engineering organization—bridging the gap between senior architects and early-career engineers.
You won’t just be validating hardware—you’ll be writing the firmware that defines how next-generation memory systems power the world’s most advanced data centers. If you're looking for ownership, influence, and long-term career acceleration within a globally backed organization, this role delivers all three.