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# Embedded Lead Engineer

- **Company:** Pi-Square Technologies LLC
- **Location:** Detroit, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $99,100.0 - $166,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** D-Bus, ASP.NET, Apache ActiveMQ, Agile Methodology, C Sharp (Programming Language), Code Review, Cyber Security, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, PostgreSQL, Messaging Application Programming Interface, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, ZeroMQ (Concurrent Programming Libraries), Data Logging, Database Optimization, Yocto, Build Tools, Api Design, Legacy Systems, Microservices
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/usbadeacbc8b2d0e91e7ec059b543d7e6a

## About the Role

5-10 years of embedded software experience
Hands-on expertise with YoctoLinux build systems and ARM-based embedded platforms (NXP i.MX6 or similar)
Working knowledge of systemdservice management, hardware watchdog integration, and Linux OS optimization
Familiarity with ASP.NET Core microservices and lightweight IPC frameworks such as ZeroMQor D-Bus
Experience working in regulated industries (medical devices, life sciences, or similar) is preferred

## Description

Optimize embedded software solutions using ZeroMQ, ActiveMQ, Embedded Linux, C#, and PostgreSQL, ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability.
Drive integration and communication strategies between microservices, legacy applications, and embedded systems using messaging frameworks and API-based architectures.
Optimize system performance and operational excellence through database tuning, messaging optimization, observability, monitoring, logging, and proactive incident analysis.
Expertise on code reviews, risk management, technical documentation, and guidance on Yocto-based Linux platforms.
Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to ensure technical feasibility, support delivery roadmaps, and continuously improve solution quality and reliability.
Pi-square technologies is a Michigan (USA) Headquartered Automotive Embedded Engineering Services company, Synergy Partner for major OEMs and Tier 1s and their implementation partners in Automotive Embedded Product Development, Projects, Requirements Analysis, Software Design, Software Implementation, Efficient Build, Release Process, and turnkey software V & V Services. We have more than 20+ years of industry expertise with specialization in the latest cutting-edge automotive technologies such as Infotainment, connected vehicles, Cyber security, OTA, and Advanced Safety/ Body electronics.


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