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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** St. Louis Park, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $145,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, DevOps, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Systems Development Life Cycle, Real-Time Operating Systems, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Serial Peripheral Interface, Git, Information Technology, LonWorks Skill
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gk7n5h

## About the Role

+ 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.

 + Experience 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

## Description

+ 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.


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