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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** The Hive
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Software Debugging, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Apache Hive, Multipoint Control Unit, Real-Time Operating Systems, Structured Text, Systems Integration, State Machines, Iec61131-3, Twincat
- **Published:** September 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=90cd1775ef9e287b

## About the Role

* 5+ years of embedded software or machine-controls development experience.
 * Strong C/C++ development skills.
 * Experience with MCU, RTOS, embedded Linux, or industrial control platforms.
 * Hands-on experience with CAN, CAN FD, J1939, and proprietary communication protocols.
 * Experience using CANalyzer, CANoe, PCAN, Kvaser, or similar tools.
 * Experience with Beckhoff PLCs and TwinCAT.
 * Knowledge of IEC 61131-3 languages, particularly Structured Text.
 * Understanding of real-time controls, state machines, diagnostics, and fault handling.
 * Experience integrating software with real sensors, actuators, and vehicle controllers.
 * Strong hands-on debugging skills using logs, traces, oscilloscopes, and network captures.
 * Willingness to support machine commissioning and travel to customer sites.

## Description

The Embedded Software Engineer develops the low-level controls and communication interfaces required to connect different industrial vehicles to the Hive platform., * Analyze and reverse-engineer CAN, J1939, and proprietary vehicle protocols.

 * Capture and interpret vehicle network traffic using CAN analysis tools.
 * Develop and maintain DBC files, signal mappings, command interfaces, and diagnostic definitions.
 * Implement embedded software for vehicle commands, feedback, state machines, interlocks, and fault handling.
 * Develop and maintain communication gateways between Hive systems and OEM controllers.
 * Work with Beckhoff PLC systems, including TwinCAT, EtherCAT, and IEC 61131-3 applications.
 * Understand, modify, and troubleshoot existing PLC control logic.
 * Support integration with and migration from legacy Beckhoff PLC-based controls.
 * Develop bench tests, simulators, automated tests, and hardware-in-the-loop test systems.
 * Debug communication and control issues during machine bring-up.
 * Document vehicle protocols and create reusable embedded integration packages.
 * Collaborate with electrical, robotics software, and vehicle integration engineers.