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Job Description

Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 15-1199.02

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Computer Systems Engineers/Architects”.

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Tasks for “Firmware Engineer”

Monitor system operation to detect potential problems.
Provide advice on project costs, design concepts, or design changes.
Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture.
Develop application-specific software.
Establish functional or system standards to address operational requirements, quality requirements, and design constraints.
Design and conduct hardware or software tests.
Investigate system component suitability for specified purposes and make recommendations regarding component use.
Define and analyze objectives, scope, issues, or organizational impact of information systems.
Perform ongoing hardware and software maintenance operations, including installing or upgrading hardware or software.
Communicate project information through presentations, technical reports, or white papers.
Provide technical guidance or support for the development or troubleshooting of systems.
Develop or approve project plans, schedules, or budgets.
Evaluate current or emerging technologies to consider factors such as cost, portability, compatibility, or usability.
Direct the installation of operating systems, network or application software, or computer or network hardware.
Perform security analyses of developed or packaged software components.
Complete models and simulations, using manual or automated tools, to analyze or predict system performance under different operating conditions.
Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems.
Configure servers to meet functional specifications.
Evaluate existing systems to determine effectiveness and suggest changes to meet organizational requirements.
Research, test, or verify proper functioning of software patches and fixes.
Train system users in system operation or maintenance.
Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs.
Provide customers or installation teams guidelines for implementing secure systems.
Collaborate with engineers or software developers to select appropriate design solutions or ensure the compatibility of system components.
Document design specifications, installation instructions, and other system-related information.
Develop system engineering, software engineering, system integration, or distributed system architectures.
Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.
Develop efficient and effective system controllers.

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