Steve Williams Jr.
About Steve Williams Jr.
Steve Williams Jr. is a Sr. Firmware Engineer II at Spectrum Brands, Inc., where he has worked remotely since 2022. He has a background in electrical and computer engineering, with extensive experience in embedded systems and hardware interfaces.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Steve Williams Jr. serves as a Senior Firmware Engineer II at Spectrum Brands, Inc. He has been in this role since 2022, contributing to various firmware engineering projects. His position is remote, allowing him to collaborate with teams across different locations while focusing on embedded systems and firmware development.
Previous Experience at Timex Group
Prior to his current role, Steve worked at Timex Group in various capacities. He began as an Associate Software Engineer from 2010 to 2012, then advanced to Software Engineer II from 2014 to 2017. During his tenure, he gained experience in software development and engineering practices in the watch industry.
Experience at Carling Technologies
Steve was employed at Carling Technologies as an Embedded Software Engineer from 2017 to 2022. In this role, he focused on developing embedded software solutions, enhancing his expertise in hardware interfaces and protocols relevant to embedded systems.
Educational Background
Steve holds two Bachelor of Science degrees from the University of New Haven. He studied Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering, completing both degrees between 2005 and 2009. This educational foundation provided him with a strong understanding of engineering principles and practices.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Steve possesses advanced skills in utilizing hardware interfaces such as UART, I2C, SPI, USB, and CAN for embedded systems. He has specific expertise in CAN protocols, including J1939 and NMEA2000, and is experienced in developing custom Bluetooth services and profiles, which are essential for modern embedded applications.