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# R&D Engineer - Embedded Controller Software

- **Company:** FANUC America Corporation
- **Location:** Rochester Hills, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), HTML5, IBM Rational ClearCase, File Systems, Memory Management, Embedded Software, Human-Computer Interaction, Network Security, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, WebGL, Data Logging, Comet Programming, Git, Information Technology, Web Technologies, Restful APIs, Software Version Control
- **Published:** October 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_fanucamerica-5001200053406

## About the Role

Communication with FANUC Japan and other engineering staff on product development and customer support related issues + Presentation of a proposed software feature concept to selling division and select customers + Mentoring of junior engineering staff and software development interns What You Need + Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field + Minimum ten years of experience in an embedded software development role What Would Be Even Better + Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field + Strong FANUC robot experience including KAREL + Experience with source control such as ClearCase and Git + Robotic Application experience It's Up To You At FANUC America Corporation we are passionate about our customers, our employees, and the work we perform.

## Description

Job Description Who You Are We are looking for a Senior R&D Engineer responsible for the development of embedded software for FANUC's robot controller system, including development for new features and support for legacy products.
The size and complexity of assigned tasks will vary, and developers must be able to handle multiple assignments efficiently.
These are systems built from embedded 'C', KAREL, and various other web technologies.
How It's Done + Development of embedded software within a real-time operating system environment in the following areas: + File systems + User Program execution environment + Multi CPU and Multi Core architecture + User Interface technologies (HTML5, JavaScript, COMET, REST, WebGL) + Memory management + System logging/profiling + System and network security + Adherence to established coding standards to produce clean, clear, well-documented, and easily-maintained code + Specification, design, and implementation of software developments or software enhancements to existing products + Updating and modifying design and engineering documentation as required for assigned developments + Development and implementation of software tests and test procedures + Development of software feature documentation and coordination with the Product Information group in the publication of product documentation + Resolution of field reported problems, typically of a difficult or unique nature +