Software Engineer

• Translate high-level concepts into robust, scalable, maintainable firmware architectures.

• Capture and document requirements and rationale for regulated products to ensure traceability and compliance.

• Collaborate with hardware teams on hardware/firmware integration strategies and diagnostic coverage.

• Work with Product Owners and stakeholders using Agile practices to maintain alignment and transparency.

• Lead and adhere to development processes, conduct technical reviews, and deliver production-quality source code.

• Ensure all firmware is well-documented, thoroughly tested, and version-controlled.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience developing embedded software/firmware in C/C++.

• 2+ years of experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

• Background in regulated industries (medical, industrial safety, automotive, etc.).

• Experience with communication protocols, including:

• HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer)

• LON (Local Operating Network / LonWorks)

• Proficiency with firmware debugging tools: JTAG/SWD debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers (UART, I2C, SPI, Ethernet).

• Demonstrated success delivering firmware across the full development lifecycle.

• Strong experience with Agile development and DevOps tools (Git, CI/CD, automated testing).

• Experience contributing to FMEAs and implementing firmware risk-mitigation strategies.

This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

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