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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer - **Company:** Ztek Consulting - **Location:** Mendon, UT, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Adobe Flash, Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), CAN Bus, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Software Design Patterns, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Machine Learning, Real-Time Operating Systems, RS-232, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Multithreading, Robot Operating System, Integration Tests, Solid Principles, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, Lidar, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us523cf7aa9697abbda942e92a26f161f8 ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related. Master's preferred. 3-5 years professional experience designing and implementing embedded, real-time software systems using C/C++ for embedded processors. Senior software engineering experience preferred. Familiarity with large multithreaded embedded applications, running on an RTOS. Familiarity with electrical and mechanical systems. Ability to work in an open and collaborative team environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. What are the Optional skills and skill proficiencies for this position? DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: Agile software development concepts and processes. Device drivers for embedded systems. Unmanned vehicle systems. Knowledge of flash programming tools. Communication protocols: TCP, UDP, Controller Area Network (CAN), SPI, RS232. Robotic Operating System (ROS/ROS2). Sensor interfacing: GPS, LIDAR, RADAR, ultra-sonics. Controls systems. ## Description Participate in the entire software development life cycle for embedded software operating on unmanned robotic vehicles. Duties include, but are not limited to, requirements development, design, implementation, testing and support. Realize external and internal customer requirements related to vehicle control, programmable actuators, and perception sensors., Feature development for embedded applications. Diagnosis and correction of reported defects. Participation in systems engineering to ensure smooth software integration. Support of fielded systems. Travel of 0-15% may be required. SOFTWARE PRACTICES: Write understandable C and C++ code. Continuous refactoring. Testing first mentality. Unit testing, integration testing, and system simulation. Design patterns and SOLID principles adherence. Design for re-use. Use of distributed version control systems. What are the Mandatory skills and skill proficiencies required for this position?, Ztek Consulting Inc is a minority- and woman-owned business enterprise that leverages a unique blend of human talent, machine learning algorithms, and artificial intelligence to provide customized talent management solutions for clients. Ztek's diversity-focused hiring models have proven successful, particularly in hiring veterans. The company's veteran-focused hiring and deployment program, Z-V.E.T, matches skilled veterans with clients' needs in various areas. Disclaimer: Ztek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Ztek is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at hrd@ztekinc.com Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Ztek encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. 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