Staff Engineer

An Amazing Career Opportunity forStaff Firmware Engineer

Location:Durban South Africa

Job ID: 42539

Profile Summary:

At HID as part of the Physical Access Control Systems business unit we produce cutting edge security products. The PACS business is highly visible and one of our most significant portfolios within HID Global. The PACS products include smart cards mobile access and identifications software services and controllers for physical access control.

You would be joining as a firmware engineer where you will get to work with the teams in a Scaled Agile environment. The primary focus of this role is development of the Biometrics product line. You will be working in an embedded Linux environment implementing secure and performant applications.

Who are we

HID powers the trusted identities of the worlds people places and things allowing people to transact safely work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin TX with over 4000 worldwide employees.

Check us out: is an Innovative High-Tech Security Company!

At HID you will work as part of a team to deliver high quality features and products to our customers. You will be involved in secure software development and have input on how best to achieve our goals.

Physical Access Control Solutions(PACS)
HIDs Physical Access Control SolutionsBusiness Area:
HID PACs Business Unit focuses on the growth of new clients and existing clients where we leverage the latest card and reader technologies to solve the security challenges of our clients. Other areas of focus will include authentication card sub systems card encoding Biometrics location services and all other aspects of a physical access control infrastructure.

As our Staff Firmware Engineer youll support HIDs successby:

• Developing and enhancing features for real-time embedded system.
• Developing communications protocol drivers for use in our embedded system and third-party products.
• Developing and enhancing network communication mechanisms.
• Porting existing software to new embedded hardware and software platforms.
• Designing and implementing software development and test tools.

YourExperienceand Background include:

• Bachelors degree desired in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• BSEE or BSCS
• 3-15 years professional experience in C or C programming preferably with Embedded Linux and microcontroller RTOS development.
• Experience in distributed systems and network-based communication protocols.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Visual Studio and Eclipse development environments.
• Ability to work on complex tasks with minimal technical guidance.
• Excellent problem-solving design development and debugging skills.
• Good communication skills.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package

• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering allowing for work-life balance

• A vibrant welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply

• Empowerment:Youll work as part of a global team in a flexible workenvironment learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents skills and experiences. You dont need to check all the you have most of the skills and experience we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas including flexible work arrangements job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity:You are results-orientated reliable and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves to feel appreciated and accepted.

This opportunity may be open to flexible working arrangements.

HID is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

HID is committed to building a diverse equitable and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin disability age veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions please

Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support not replace human judgment in the evaluation process.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access return we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces physical and virtual safer more secure and easier to access.

As an employer we value results not titles or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions supporting them with regular feedback training and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact and we encourage them to grow their role locally regionally or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board its important to us to have diverse inclusive teams and we value different perspectives and experiences.