Senior Embedded Software Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce's client, a growing engineering technology company, in Bellingham, WA, is seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer to join their technical team. As a Member of Technical Staff (MTS), you will be responsible for developing and optimizing embedded software for our next-generation products. You will work closely with hardware engineers, firmware developers, and system architects to create high-performance, reliable, and scalable solutions.

Responsibilities:
* Develop, optimize, and maintain embedded software, including low-level drivers, middleware, and application code
* Design and implement software components for Linux-based embedded systems using C/C++ and Python
* Customize and build Yocto-based Linux distributions for embedded platforms
* Develop and debug device drivers for peripherals and interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet
* Optimize system performance and troubleshoot kernel-level and user-space issues
* Work on networking protocols and optimize network stack performance for embedded systems
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and integrate with hardware
* Implement software development best practices, including version control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing
* Document designs, implementations, and debugging procedures

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelors or Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience
* 5+ years of embedded software development
* Proficiency in C and C++, with experience in Python for scripting and automation
* Strong experience with Linux kernel, driver development, and Yocto build system
* Hands-on experience with networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, MQTT, etc.)
* Familiarity with bootloaders, BSP development, and real-time constraints
* Experience debugging embedded systems using JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
* Knowledge of system profiling, memory management and performance optimization
* Ability to read and interpret data sheets to inform implementation
* Expertise of working in Linux environments
* Expertise in Source code version control (Git)
* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Experience with 3D Sensing Systems & LiDAR technology
* Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and bare-metal programming
* Familiarity with hardware bring-up and board support package (BSP) development
* Understanding of security best practices for embedded systems
* Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
* Familiarity with working in Agile environments (Scrum/Kanban)
* Familiarity with embedded software development e.g. C, C++

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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