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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Systems Engineer I, Research & Development - **Company:** ACV Auctions - **Location:** Buffalo, NY, United States - **Salary:** $76,000.0 - $90,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Unit Testing, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Firmware, Hardware Interface Design, Python (Programming Language), Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Reliability of Systems, Information Technology - **Published:** May 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c6d6037804182193 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Vendor communication?, * Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer science, Computer Engineering, or related experience. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with external vendors and internal teams. * Proficiency in Python and C for embedded software development. * Experience with Linux driver development is a plus. * Hands-on experience with embedded systems testing and debugging tools. * Computer Skills: Expertise in operating systems, software installation, and image burning. * Strong understanding of embedded hardware and software integration. * Knowledge of deployment architecture principles and system design considerations is a plus. * Familiarity with defining and implementing quality process improvement methodologies. Quality certifications are a plus. * In-depth understanding of operational workflows and consumer needs. * Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects while contributing to a team-oriented environment. * Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with cross-functional teams. * Up to 50% travel and estimated to have an average duration of less than one week. #LI-AM3 ## Description ACV is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer I to support our next-generation products and inspection platform. In this role, you'll serve as the electrical and firmware lead at the point of deployment-ensuring our embedded systems are configured, tested, and fully operational in live dealership environments. You'll work cross-functionally with our mechanical, software, and product teams to iterate on hardware performance, debug field issues, and improve reliability and scale-readiness. This is a hands-on, field-integrated engineering role ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of design, deployment, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate for this role would be a skilled technical professional with a strong background in developing and configuring testing solutions across product phases. They should be able to work closely with customers, vendors, and third-party partners, serving as a technical liaison to ensure smooth communication. What you will do: * Customer Support: * Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and firmware-related issues in the field, acting as a technical liaison between dealerships and engineering teams. * Process Improvements: * Refine embedded development, testing, and debugging processes to improve hardware reliability, reduce deployment time, and support scale. * Documentation: * Own and maintain embedded system documentation, including schematics, firmware workflows, and hardware interface guides for internal and external teams. * Installation & Product Logistics: * Ensure embedded hardware is properly configured, flashed, and validated during installation, and support logistics for electronics-related components. * Product Testing, Debugging, and Experimentation: * Design and execute firmware tests, perform low-level debugging, unit tests, and prototype hardware changes to improve product performance in the field. * Support Broader Engineering Teams: * Partner with mechanical, software, and product engineers to align embedded features and interfaces with evolving system requirements. * Perform additional duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Are you still programming unit tests or already generating?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/722-are-you-still-programming-unit-tests-or-already-generating) - [The best of two worlds - Bringing enterprise-grade Linux to the vehicle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/67-the-best-of-two-worlds-bringing-enterprise-grade-linux-to-the-vehicle) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)