Sr. Software Engineer, Embedded Systems Controls

Spectraforce
Seattle, WA, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Computer Engineering Software Debugging Embedded Software Firmware FreeRTOS Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards) Python (Programming Language) Real-Time Operating Systems Software Tools Shell Script Subversion
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Systems Integration Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter Scripting Serial Peripheral Interface PIC Microcontroller Git Information Technology Hardware Infrastructure Software Version Control

Job description

As a Sr. Software Engineer, Embedded Systems you will work alongside your software, mechanical and electrical peers to build AI and robotics products. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining embedded software systems for various electronic devices. You will work closely with hardware engineers and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware components. You’ll do whatever it takes - which might include going to the farm - to ensure our customers have reliable and safe products.

What you’ll do:

  • Partner with Engineering teams to build firmware on embedded systems for LaserWeeding solution and future products.
  • Develop and troubleshoot firmware running on various microcontroller platforms.
  • Help design and establish the manufacturing and validation methods for PCBs and related sub-components.
  • Investigate control problems at the lowest level and learn how to properly tune them.
  • Drive decision through project planning, task delegation and leading problem solving efforts to reiterate quickly

Requirements

  • Worked as a Software Engineer with embedded systems in C for 5+ years.
  • Solid experience with designing and implementing reliable, consistent, and fast motor control systems.
  • Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or Shell scripting.
  • Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture, including microcontrollers, sensors, and communication interfaces (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C).
  • Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as Zephyr or FreeRTOS.
  • Proficiency in debugging tools, such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
  • Familiarity with software development tools and version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN).
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and a desire to work in multidisciplinary teams
  • BS+ in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
  • Willing to travel up to 25%

Benefits & conditions

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full time US based* employees, including:

  • Competitive salaries
  • Pre-IPO Stock Options
  • Generous Benefits:
  • Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents o Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA o Virtual Care - Doctor on Demand o Employee Assistance Program

  • Mental Health HRA
  • Restricted Healthcare Travel support
  • Menopause Support
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401(k) plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Work Culture: Be a part of an inclusive and tight-knit company culture that values innovation and mission-driven success.
  • Internationally based employees benefits varies & Contractors are not eligible for Benefits or Stock

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