Embedded Software Engineer

This mid-level Embedded Software Engineer role focuses on bare-metal and low-level driver development for a wide range of embedded systems and consumer electronics. You will contribute to multiple projects across diverse industries, using your embedded C/C++ expertise to implement wireless protocols, work directly with microcontrollers, and collaborate closely with hardware teams in a fast-paced, consulting-style environment. Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C and C++ for microcontroller-based systems, with a strong focus on bare-metal and driver-level development.
• Perform low-level programming on microcontrollers, including ST Microelectronics ARM Cortex-M devices, working from the driver level down to hardware interfaces.
• Implement and integrate wireless protocols and secure communications over Wi-Fi, WAN, and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) as required by different projects.
• Develop embedded RTOS application-level and middleware software to support system functionality and performance requirements.
• Work directly with hardware teams to integrate software with embedded hardware systems, ensuring proper functionality and performance.
• Use hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers to perform software and basic hardware debugging and troubleshoot issues.
• Read and interpret hardware device datasheets to understand capabilities, limitations, and required configurations for microcontrollers and related components.
• Contribute to projects involving 3G/4G modem control, device provisioning, GSM specifications, and AT modem command sets as needed.
• Participate in test-driven development, continuous integration, and other Agile practices to improve software quality and delivery speed.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams in a consulting environment, adapting to varied project scopes and leveraging individual strengths.
• Support multiple clients and projects, adjusting to different industries and product requirements while maintaining high coding standards.
• Communicate clearly with team members about design decisions, technical challenges, and project status, and contribute to a collaborative, team-focused culture.

• At least 58 years of experience in embedded programming, including bare-metal and driver-level development.
• Strong proficiency in embedded C and C++ with excellent coding skills.
• Hands-on experience working at the driver level and below on low-level microcontrollers and micro-controls.
• Experience in bare-metal embedded software development for consumer electronics and other embedded products.
• Experience with protocols and secure communications over Wi-Fi, WAN, and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
• Experience developing embedded RTOS application-level and middleware software.
• Ability to perform software and basic hardware debugging using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Ability to read and understand hardware device datasheets and apply that knowledge to software design.
• Comfort working directly with hardware in addition to software and willingness to get hands dirty with embedded hardware systems.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, diverse environments and manage multiple projects.
• Availability to work full-time on-site in Long Island, New York.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to thrive in a team-focused culture that values collective success.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Development experience in embedded hardware systems involving microcontrollers, especially ARM-based devices.
• Experience with ST Microelectronics ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers and ST Microelectronics HAL drivers is highly desired.
• Familiarity with Linux is a plus.
• Experience with 3G/4G modem control, device provisioning, GSM specifications, and AT modem command sets and mobile phone provisioning.
• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and similar equipment.
• Experience with test-driven development, continuous integration, and other Agile methodologies.
• Comfortable working in a consulting environment with exposure to multiple industries such as medical devices, aerospace, consumer products, and industrial systems.
• US Citizenship is preferred but not required., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

The role is based on-site at a consulting facility in Hauppauge, Long Island, New York, where engineers work on a variety of products and industries in a fast-growing, fast-paced environment. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and use modern embedded technologies, including ARM-based microcontrollers, ST Microelectronics platforms, wireless communication modules, and hardware debugging equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. The culture emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and a fun, supportive atmosphere where people work cohesively and value the success of the whole team. Dress code is generally business casual, and standard working hours follow a normal day shift, typically around 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hauppauge, NY. Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $75.00/hr.

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