Software Engineer I

Advantech is seeking a Software Engineer to help design and develop the next generation of embedded computing solutions that drive industrial automation, IoT, robotics, and edge AI applications. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that power intelligent systems deployed across a wide range of industries. You will develop and implement Board Support Packages (BSPs) for embedded systems. You will work with Embedded Linux, Yocto, QNX, and real-time operating systems to build reliable, high-performance solutions. Responsibilities:

• Analyze product requirements and translate them into technical software designs.
• Design, develop, and maintain Board Support Packages (BSPs) for embedded systems.
• Develop and maintain embedded software documentation as needed.
• Research and implement enhancements to security features and communication protocols.
• Explore and support integration of robotics and edge AI technologies where applicable.
• Design and implement embedded software using C, C++, and Python in embedded Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal environments.
• Utilize development tools and debugging utilities to develop, test, and validate source code.
• Follow established software engineering processes including design, coding, unit testing, integration testing, and configuration management.
• Support development, customization, and maintenance of Embedded Linux, Yocto, and QNX-based platforms.
• Manage operating system lifecycle activities, including configuration standardization, patching, activation, and backup strategies.
• Collaborate with Business Development and Sales teams to support customer-specific solutions, including pre-sales feasibility, technical proposals, post-sales support, and training.
• Participate in and/or lead technical discussions across cross-functional and global teams to define requirements and align solutions.
• Develop Board Support Packages (BSPs).
• Develop user documentation as required.
• Up to 5% travel may be required.

Do you have experience in Software engineering?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Bachelors or Masters degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• 2-3 years of experience in embedded software development or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python; experience with C# is a plus.
• Experience with RTOS and embedded Linux development, including kernel and BSP work (Yocto experience preferred).
• Experience with bare-metal embedded development, including platform bring-up and development in memory-constrained environments.
• Knowledge of IP and serial-based communication protocols.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ARM-based processor architecture.
• Exposure to AI and/or robotics technologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Prioritize competing tasks effectively.
• Experience with robotics and edge AI technologies is beneficial.

Pulled from the full job description

• Referral program
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program, * Competitive salary dependent on experience (DOE)
• Winning culture with a friendly, team-oriented environment!
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Education & personal development reimbursement program
• Generous vacation and paid holidays package
• Company events, and lunches
• Work from home program - once eligible
• Referral Bonus

Founded in 1983, Advantech is a leader in providing trusted innovative embedded and automation products and solutions. Advantech offers comprehensive system integration, hardware, software, customer-centric design services, and global logistics support; all backed by industry-leading front and back-office e-business solutions. Advantech has always been an innovator in the development and manufacture of high-quality, high-performance computing platforms. We cooperate closely with our partners to help provide complete solutions for a wide array of applications across a diverse range of industries. To realize our corporate vision of Enabling an Intelligent Planet, Advantech will continue collaborating and partnering for Smart city & IoT Solutions. World-class Recognition Advantech is an authorized alliance partner of both Intel® and Microsoft®. Our customers will find the technologies we use inside our products to be widely compatible with other products in the global marketplace. In 2018 and 2019, Interbrand, the world-renowned brand consulting firm, once again recognized Advantech efforts to build a trusted, global brand; it also symbolizes a promise we gave to our business partners, which was to do our best to keep building a trustworthy brand that is recognized everywhere in the world. Advantech was selected as Interbrand's #5 best Taiwan Global Brand in 2018. Work Authorization: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More information can be found at https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/regulations_laws/itar.html Advantech is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We accept applications directly from candidates only and will not be responsible for any recruiting agency fees absent a formal agreement.