Embedded Firmware Software Engineer on W2 Only

Relevant Experience: 5+ Years

Top Skills:

• C/C++ pure embedded environment

• Firmware Free RTOS ModBus Sensors

• Custom board bring up - stand up diagnose firmware from the ground up BLE-Bluetooth

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware in C and C++ for microcontroller-based systems used in laundry applications.
• Own the end-to-end firmware development lifecycle from concept and architecture through build, test, debug, and deployment.
• Develop and implement connectivity between sensors and systems to monitor heat and temperature, water usage, and energy usage cycles.
• Work extensively with communication protocols such as Modbus and CANBus, and support Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity where applicable.
• Collaborate closely with hardware and electrical engineers to perform custom board bring-up on new hardware platforms.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve firmware issues at the board and system level, including low-level device drivers and RTOS-related problems.
• Build embedded systems from scratch, including setting up FreeRTOS (or similar RTOS) environments and integrating sensors and communication stacks.
• Participate in the design and implementation of communication-focused sensor solutions that measure differential pressure and other key parameters.
• Contribute to the development of automated checks to detect when filters and related components require maintenance or replacement.
• Use Agile development practices and tools such as JIRA and DevOps-based testing workflows to plan, track, and validate work.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with a small team of firmware, software, and hardware engineers while maintaining a high level of independence.
• Take ownership of assigned deliverables, ensuring high quality, reliability, and performance of the embedded firmware.
• Support testing and debugging activities in a lab environment, including working with sensors, boards, and related hardware.
• Document firmware designs, interfaces, and testing procedures to support ongoing development and future enhancements.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in embedded firmware development for microcontroller-based systems.
• Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming in a pure embedded environment.
• Hands-on experience with RTOS platforms such as FreeRTOS or similar real-time operating systems.
• Demonstrated ability to perform custom board bring-up, including initializing hardware and validating low-level functionality.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills at the firmware and hardware interface level.
• Experience working with communication protocols such as Modbus and CANBus for sensor and system connectivity.
• Background in developing communication-focused sensor solutions, including integration and data handling.
• Ability to work independently and in a small team, taking ownership of deliverables and collaborating cross-functionally.
• 5 15 years of experience working with sensors and communication protocols in embedded systems.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment and partnering closely with hardware engineers on new product development.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Bluetooth or Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for wireless communication.
• Familiarity with Agile development workflows and tools such as JIRA and DevOps-based testing frameworks.
• Experience with sensor-related development, including integration, calibration, and data processing.
• Exposure to Simulink, Python, or other tools used in embedded system modeling, testing, or automation.
• Background in developing firmware for measuring differential pressure, water flow, or similar sensor applications.
• Experience working with device drivers, low-level hardware interfaces, and firmware diagnostics.
• Prior involvement in full lifecycle ownership of embedded products, from initial concept through deployment and support.
• Interest in high-technology environments and net-new product development for connected systems.

Shanthi Pedhiredla

SOVEREIGN TECHNOLOGIES LLC