Embedded Software Engineer

This experienced Embedded Software Engineer role focuses on designing and implementing embedded software for industrial radio products as part of a New Product Development team. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional engineers to create robust embedded software architectures, guide best practices, and ensure high-quality solutions that meet stringent product requirements and timelines., * Analyze, design, and implement embedded software solutions that fulfill defined product design requirements for industrial radio products.

• Develop embedded software architectures that align with product specifications, performance targets, and reliability goals.
• Advise development engineering teams on best practices for embedded software design, testing, and integration throughout the product lifecycle.
• Design and develop embedded software using C, C++, and Assembly languages for microprocessor-based systems.
• Coordinate unit testing, integration testing, and system testing activities with project teams to ensure comprehensive validation of software features.
• Design and implement code within a controlled workflow using tools such as JIRA, version control systems, and structured code reviews.
• Collaborate with hardware and RF engineers to integrate software with RF communications hardware and other electronic components.
• Apply test-driven development practices to improve code quality, maintainability, and reliability, especially in safety-critical applications.
• Develop and maintain low-level software for communication protocols such as USB, RS232, SPI, I2C, and CAN.
• Participate in the design and implementation of safety-critical system code, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and internal guidelines.
• Use test and debug tools, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers, to troubleshoot and resolve hardware-software integration issues.
• Document software designs, test plans, and implementation details to support maintainability and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, fostering a cooperative environment to achieve project milestones and positive outcomes.
• Adapt to changing project priorities and meet critical deadlines through effective planning and time-management skills.
• Travel up to approximately 20% of the time to other company locations and customer sites for integration, testing, and support activities.

• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and test embedded software solutions for complex electronic products.
• Strong proficiency in embedded C and C++ programming, including at least 6+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Experience developing embedded software in Assembly language for low-level hardware control.
• Experience with low-level communication protocols such as USB, RS232, SPI, I2C, and CAN.
• Experience designing and implementing safety-critical system code.
• Experience with test-driven development methodologies.
• Experience with RF communications hardware and software, such as Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) or Wi-Fi.
• Working knowledge of electronic circuits and the ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams.
• Proficiency with test and debug tools, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Ability to design embedded software architectures that meet product requirements and constraints.
• Ability to work with controlled workflows using tools such as JIRA, version control systems, and formal code review processes.
• Strong independent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional engineering teams.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to meet critical deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Experience with ARM processors and RTOS (Real-Time Operating System) environments.
• Experience with bare-metal embedded development.
• Familiarity with integrated development environments (IDEs) for embedded systems.
• Experience with industrial wired networks is a plus.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as Modbus, Zigbee, and Bluetooth.
• Experience with Python for scripting, testing, or automation.
• Experience with C# for tooling, test frameworks, or supporting applications.
• Experience in industrial or safety-critical applications, particularly in radio or communication systems.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to multidisciplinary teams., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors., ARM (Advanced RISC Machine), Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Assembly Language, Atlassian JIRA, Best Practices, Bluetooth, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Candidate Screening, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Cross-Functional, Debugging Tools, Design Services, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Circuit, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Genetics, Hardware-Software Integration, I2C, IDE (Integrated Development Environment), Industrial Design, Industrial Development, Integration Testing, Logic Analyzer, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Microprocessor, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Oscilloscope, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Development, Product Lifecycle, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Management, RS-232, Radio Frequency, Realtime Operating System, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Management, Safety Compliance, Safety Systems, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Software Administration, Software Architecture, Software Architecture Design, Software Design, Software Design for Test (SDET), Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Validation, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Test, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Test & Measurement Equipment, Test Automation, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Scripts, Test Tools, Testing, Time Management, Traceability, Travel Industry, USB, Unit Test, Willing to Travel

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