Sr Advanced Software Engr

The Senior Advanced Software Engineer will be responsible for developing firmware & software for optoelectronics sensors for Authentication Technologies program for the Fine Chemicals business. The position will be located in Ft Washington, PA.

Authentication Technologies (AT) is part of the Fine Chemicals business unit and is a leader in the development of Authentication solutions for banknotes, coins, high value documents and materials packaging.

This is an opportunity for an engineer to lead the firmware/software architecture of optoelectronic sensor products. This includes high reliability designs that need to operate in difficult environments with real time data captured at high speed. Many of the sensors are incorporated into customer machines so the development of robust algorithms and data integrity is important.

This software engineer will be expected to work on a team to develop new concepts and support new project proposals, this will include understanding customer requirements, translating those into device and product requirements, assisting research and development proposals, project cost estimating, budgeting, and program management. The engineer must be technically creative, have strong organizational and communication skills, and able to work in a collaborative environment.

• Experience developing with the Microchip dsPIC and PIC32 family of processors using the Microchip MPLAB and MPLAB X IDEs
• Ability to code applications in C and to at least understand assembly language code
• Ability to code non-operating system-based applications
• Need to be able to work with the legacy MPLAB and current MPLAB X IDEs
• Knowledge of the Microchip Harmony 1 and Harmony 3 frameworks
• Ability to implement very low-latency (under 5 msec) TCP and UDP clients and servers
• Sufficient knowledge of electronic hardware and the Microchip devices to support the implementation and testing of new or existing hardware
• Networking hardware knowledge
• Knowledge of support circuitry required for processor functionality

Embedded Linux Development

• Experience developing multi-threaded embedded Linux solutions for networking applications
• P Threads experience a plus (this is an industry-standard multi-threading framework)
• Ability to code and debug Linux device drivers
• Ability to implement very low-latency (under 5 msec) TCP and UDP clients and servers
• Ability to create custom board support packages (BSPs) for system-on-chip (SoC) devices
• Experience developing ARM-based system-on-chip (SoC) devices
• Familiarity with the Altera (formerly Intel) Cyclone V and/or Arria 10 SoC family
• Ability to use the Altera Quartus II or Quartus Prime development environment for SoC development
• Ability to create custom board support packages (BSPs) for SoCs
• Ability to implement needed hardware functionality in the SoC's FPGA fabric
• Sufficient knowledge of electronic hardware to support the implementation and testing of new or existing hardware
• Particular focus on networking hardware knowledge

GUI Development

• Experience developing C++ applications using Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 or later
• Experience developing low-latency multi-threaded user interface applications with Qt v5.12 or later on Windows 10 or later
• Must have experience implementing TCP and UDP clients and servers

Responsibilities

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• Must be eligible for a US security clearance. Strong preference given to individuals who already have a DoD clearance
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in software development, with significant exposure to project leadership roles.
• Experience with firmware development on Microchip dsPIC and PIC32 family of processors, Graphical User Interface & embedded Linux., * Master's degree in computer science, Software/Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in at least one programming language (C, C++, Python) and familiarity with development tools and practices.
• Familiarity with electronics design and microprocessors, software architecture, and agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a strong analytical mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively across different teams and contribute positively to a team-focused culture.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization".

The annual base salary range for this position is $144,000K - $180,000K. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR SOLSTICE ADVANCED MATERIALS

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.

Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

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