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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Actalent - **Location:** Greer, SC, United States - **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $124,800.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Configuration Management, Software Quality, Code Review, Communications Protocols, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Desktop Computing, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Formal Verification, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Software Architecture, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, Software Technical Review, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, PIC Microcontroller, Real Time Systems, Software Troubleshooting, Git, Bare Metal, Software Version Control - **Published:** October 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/6E516B4B058146A68742CEE1D75B9869/job/ ## About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and integrate software for embedded systems. This role covers the full development lifecycle from requirements analysis and design to implementation, testing, and validation with a focus on delivering robust and reliable solutions. The role includes a strong emphasis on testing and validation to ensure functionality and reliability. In addition to technical development, the ideal candidate will contribute to proposal efforts by translating requirements into actionable work tasks and providing accurate effort estimates. Strong communication skills and the ability to present and explain software solutions to internal teams and customers are essential., * Experience with both development and testing. * Hands-on experience with C and Python. * Experience with requirements analysis, traceability, and verification. * Familiarity with embedded hardware concepts, microcontrollers, and real-time systems. * Ability to design and maintain automated test environments. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience with CI/CD tools and version control (Git). * Familiarity with communication protocols (UART, I²C, SPI, Serial RapidIO, Ethernet). * Familiarity with unit testing tools. * Familiarity with Linux environments and shell scripting. * Familiarity with MIL-STD Qualification testing. * Familiarity with manufacturing processes and Electronic Stress Screening. * Understanding of 'Bare metal' programming. ## Description * Perform full lifecycle development for embedded systems, including implementation, unit testing, integration, and formal sell-off testing. * Review customer requirements, translate them into specifications, and produce technical documentation, designs, operational concepts, and estimate effort. * Collaborate closely with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration of software with electronic components and boards. * Develop and execute test plans and procedures; perform debugging, troubleshooting, and ensure compliance with functional specifications. * Conduct design and code reviews, resolve defects, and adhere to established development processes, configuration management, and release practices. * Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and automated test scripts for embedded software systems. * Review and interpret system and software requirements, ensuring traceability and compliance. * Design, develop, maintain, and debug embedded software applications using C and Python. * Perform integration, verification, and validation testing on embedded hardware and software components. * Participate in software architecture discussions, code reviews, and design evaluations. * Develop new features, enhance existing functionality, and troubleshoot software issues throughout the product lifecycle. * Utilize instrument control (single-board computers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies) for hardware and software validation. * Collaborate closely with software and hardware engineers to troubleshoot and resolve defects, performance issues, and integration challenges. * Maintain test and development documentation, including test cases, software design records, results, and compliance reports. * Support continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for automated build, testing, and release processes. * Conduct formal verification activities and provide evidence of requirement compliance. * Present development progress, test results, and technical findings to internal teams and customers. * Support root cause analysis of field issues and implement corrective software solutions. * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on software quality, reliability, maintainability, and performance. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Single Server, Global Reach: Running a Worldwide Marketplace on Bare Metal in a Cloud-Dominated World](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1206-single-server-global-reach-running-a-worldwide-marketplace-on-bare-metal-in-a-cloud-dominated-world) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [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) ## Related Articles - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)