Senior Embedded Project Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Embedded Project Engineer in Rochester Hills, MI.

Summary:
We are seeking a senior technical engineer to lead development of diagnostic solutions across embedded, PC, and mobile platforms in the heavy-duty vehicle diagnostics domain. This role is best suited for someone with strong hands-on experience in embedded software, vehicle communications, and system integration who can also provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams. You will help define architecture, solve complex integration challenges, and deliver secure, high-quality products that support evolving customer and industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead development of driver, firmware, and application software for vehicle communication devices supporting heavy-duty diagnostic protocols such as CAN/J1939, ISO 15765-2, J1708/J1587, UDS, and ISO 22900
* Define requirements, system architecture, and integration strategies across software and hardware platforms
* Develop and enhance API drivers aligned to industry standards such as RP1210, RP1227, and J2534
* Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, safety, and regulatory requirements
* Collaborate with OEMs, fleets, suppliers, and internal engineering teams to deliver robust, secure, and high-performing diagnostic solutions
* Provide technical leadership during development, testing, and customer deployments by driving issue resolution and integration readiness
* Contribute to certification and compliance documentation

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
* 5+ years of experience in embedded systems, diagnostics, or automotive/heavy-duty software development
* Strong technical expertise

Preferred Skills:
* Linux experience in embedded or device-oriented environments
* Hands-on experience with cybersecurity practices in embedded systems
* Experience developing firmware for vehicle communication interface devices using microcontrollers, CAN transceivers, UARTs, and USB peripherals, preferably on NXP-based platforms
* Experience debugging firmware on embedded or connected IoT devices
* Experience with containerized applications on embedded systems (Docker, Podman)
* Familiarity with PC and mobile application development on Android or iOS that integrates with third-party APIs and device communication layers
* Exposure to AI-assisted software development or familiarity with large language model-based tooling
* Wireless communication experience with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Classic SPP, or Bluetooth Low Energy

Why This Role Is Exciting:
This role offers the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges across embedded devices, vehicle communications, and diagnostic software platforms that support real-world service workflows. You will have meaningful technical ownership, work with cross-functional teams and industry partners, and help shape solutions used in demanding heavy-duty environments.

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.

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