Embedded Software Engineer

Position Description

Position Title - Embedded Software Engineer                 
Job Location - Mossville, IL, USA        
Bill Rate Range - $35 to $38/ hr                 
Estimated Duration (In Months) - 13                 
Work Model - Onsite
Must have Skills/Attributes - C, C++, CANalyzer, GIT, Linux, SQL                 
Shift - M to F, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Required Education
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a relevant engineering/technical field from an accredited institution.
• Internships do count as relevant experience toward the degree requirement.
• Disqualifier: Associate Degree only (not accepted).

Required Skills
• 4+ years of embedded C/C++ development experience.
• 4+ years of embedded system development experience with Linux & RTOS.
• Strong understanding of integrating sensors.
• Knowledge of reading schematics and data sheets for components.
• Basic knowledge of the full software development lifecycle (business/systems analysis, requirements gathering, functional specification, development, testing, delivery).
• Basic ability to troubleshoot issues and make system changes to resolve them.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware and software.
• Knowledge of computer development software as it relates to embedded systems (e.g., SQL, Visual Basic).

Soft Skills (Must-Have)
• Strong verbal and written communication, problem-solving, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Great teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Strong analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Self-starter, highly motivated, able to learn at an accelerated pace, and willing to put in the time to get the job done.
• Experience presenting design concepts, reviews, and results.

Desired Skills (Nice-to-Have)
• Experience in robotics, remote control, or autonomy.
• Experience with datalinks (CAN, Ethernet, etc.) and associated tools (CANape, Wireshark, etc.).
• Experience with software development tools such as git, debuggers, and compilers.
• Extensive experience with Linux-based software development.
• Experience with ROS.
• Experience with perception and positioning sensor configuration and calibration.
• Experience with User Interface software development in Qt framework.
• Experience with FMEA processes and basic knowledge of electronic system failure modes.
• Experience developing embedded real-time software for mobile, earthmoving, agricultural, industrial, or off-highway applications.

Job Responsibilities
• Design and implement software of embedded devices and systems from requirements to production and commercial deployment for product lines.
• Write and code logical and physical database descriptions and specify identifiers of database to management system or direct others in coding descriptions.
• Analyze and enhance efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources.
• Review project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish project.
• Design and develop automation & autonomy features for real-time control systems.
• Generate requirements for new features and systems.
• Collaborate with team members to determine the design approach for feature development.
• Develop features according to design specifications.
• Perform issue resolution through triage and troubleshooting.
• Develop test plans and perform software validation.
• Coordinate with system engineers, machine systems, software teams, and validation teams throughout the development lifecycle.