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# Lead Embedded Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** VeeRteq Solutions Inc
- **Location:** Waukesha, WI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Static Program Analysis, Software Quality, Communications Protocols, Software Debugging, Software Design Documents, Device Drivers, Embedded C, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, Github, Hardware Interface Design, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), TCP/IP, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, VxWorks, Cloud Platform System, Serial Peripheral Interface, Software Troubleshooting, 21 CFR Part 820 Quality System Regulation, Legacy Systems, Hardware Debugging
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9b24ebc4-3b5e-4fda-a50a-1de356e925a5

## About the Role

* Engineering Degree BE/ME/BTech/MTech/BSc/MSc.
 * Technical certification in multiple technologies is desirable.

Skills: -

Mandatory skills

 * Strong proficiency in Embedded C and C++ development for real-time embedded systems and medical device applications.
 * Hands-on experience with VxWorks RTOS and embedded firmware development in safety-critical environments.
 * Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), software architecture, and embedded software design principles.
 * Expertise in firmware debugging using JTAG, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and related hardware debugging tools.
 * Experience working with device drivers, hardware interfaces, and communication protocols including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, and TCP/IP.
 * Experience supporting legacy systems, software migration, platform modernization, and porting activities.
 * Familiarity with GitHub, Jira, Confluence, and Azure DevOps for software development lifecycle management.
 * Experience developing software within regulated medical device environments and compliance-driven development processes.
 * Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and system-level debugging capabilities.
 * Experience leading technical initiatives, architecture discussions, design reviews, and engineering teams.

Good to Have Skills

 * Experience in medical imaging, diagnostics, patient monitoring, or similar healthcare products.
 * Knowledge of ARM-based embedded platforms and Embedded Linux.
 * Experience with unit testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
 * Exposure to static code analysis tools and software quality assurance practices.
 * Technical certifications in embedded systems or software technologies.

## Description

* Lead the design, development, and integration of embedded firmware using C/C++ on VxWorks RTOS.
 * Drive firmware architecture, design reviews, technical leadership, and critical engineering decision-making.
 * Develop and maintain scalable, high-performance embedded software using Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles and software design best practices.
 * Understand, maintain, and modernize legacy codebases through migration, enhancement, and platform porting activities.
 * Perform low-level debugging, root-cause analysis, and system-level troubleshooting for complex embedded systems.
 * Collaborate with hardware, systems engineering, QA, regulatory, and cross-functional teams to deliver robust medical device solutions.
 * Ensure compliance with IEC 62304, ISO 14971, ISO 13485, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 requirements.
 * Create and maintain software design documents, verification documents, risk management artifacts, and technical documentation.
 * Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance across embedded firmware development activities.
 * Drive software quality, reliability, maintainability, and performance improvements across products.