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# Embedded Systems Engineer

- **Company:** LHH
- **Location:** Milwaukee, WI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Board Bringup, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, Hardware Design, Hardware Interface Design, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Diagnostic Tools, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/2_163948585

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
 * 6+ years of professional experience developing embedded systems or firmware.
 * Advanced programming experience with C and/or C++.
 * Strong understanding of embedded software architecture and real-time operating systems.
 * Experience developing or working with low-level drivers and hardware interfaces.
 * Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up and board-level troubleshooting.
 * Experience diagnosing issues that cross software and hardware boundaries.
 * Working knowledge of common embedded communication technologies, such as:
 * I2C
 * SPI
 * UART
 * CAN
 * Ethernet

 * Ability to read and interpret schematics and other hardware design documentation.
 * Experience using embedded debugging and diagnostic tools.
 * Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis abilities.
 * Ability to manage multiple technical priorities in a structured manner.
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills. xrbllit
 * Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.

## Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to help design, develop, integrate, and support embedded systems used in complex technical environments. This position combines hands-on embedded software development with system-level troubleshooting, architecture, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate has strong C/C++ expertise, experience working closely with hardware, and the ability to troubleshoot issues spanning firmware, electronics, communications, and overall system integration. This is a senior individual contributor role that will also provide technical guidance to other engineers and participate in customer-facing technical discussions when needed., * Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software and firmware.

 * Lead technical design efforts involving multiple hardware and software components.
 * Contribute to embedded system architecture and longer-term technical direction.
 * Diagnose challenging issues involving firmware, electronics, communications, and system integration.
 * Support hardware bring-up, validation, testing, and troubleshooting.
 * Read and interpret electrical schematics and PCB-related documentation.
 * Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, quality, manufacturing, and other engineering teams.
 * Establish and promote strong practices around coding, testing, documentation, and design.
 * Perform root-cause analysis using appropriate hardware and software debugging techniques.
 * Mentor less-experienced engineers and provide technical guidance on development and troubleshooting.
 * Evaluate technologies and engineering approaches that could improve reliability, performance, maintainability, or security.
 * Identify technical risks and provide input into project planning and engineering priorities.
 * Create technical documentation, specifications, design materials, and engineering recommendations.
 * Communicate project progress, technical challenges, risks, and resource considerations to stakeholders.
 * Participate in technical discussions with customers, including requirements gathering, solution reviews, testing, and troubleshooting.
 * Adapt quickly when urgent technical or business priorities arise.
 * Travel occasionally for customer or project-related needs.