Embedded Software Engineer

Robert Half is working with a company in the Madison, WI area who's seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support development of complex embedded systems with a strong focus on embedded Linux, low-level hardware/software integration, and real-time system development.

This role is heavily centered around embedded Linux environments, device driver development, and integrating hardware components into the operating system layer. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams supporting complex electromechanical systems and timing-critical hardware platforms.

The ideal candidate is comfortable operating close to the hardware, debugging across system layers, and independently solving difficult low-level technical problems.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux software for complex real-time systems
• Write, modify, and debug Linux device drivers supporting custom hardware
• Integrate hardware components using low-level communication protocols including PCIe, SPI, IC, UART, and USB
• Work closely with electrical, FPGA, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to support hardware integration into the OS layer
• Support timing-sensitive control systems and hardware subsystems
• Troubleshoot issues spanning hardware, firmware, drivers, and operating systems
• Develop unit and integration testing for embedded systems validation
• Document software architecture, implementations, and validation efforts

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar technical field
• 3-5 years of embedded software development experience
• Strong hands-on experience with embedded Linux environments including:
• Yocto or similar embedded Linux build systems
• Kernel-level development and debugging
• Linux device driver development
• Experience with hardware/software integration involving:
• PCIe
• SPI
• IC
• UART
• USB
• Strong understanding of how hardware interfaces with the operating system layer
• Strong C/C++ programming experience
• Comfortable working independently on complex low-level engineering problems
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Nice to Have

• Experience with GPUs or SoC accelerators
• Familiarity with real-time control systems
• Experience working within regulated development environments
• Background collaborating with cross-functional hardware and firmware teams
• Exposure to robotics, automation, or other complex hardware environments, All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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