Software Engineer

A highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer to develop and maintain software for embedded systems. The role involves working across Linux-based applications, hardware interfacing, firmware collaboration, and PC-side tools to support device configuration, monitoring, diagnostics and basic management of them.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain industrial-grade embedded Linux applications (C/C , Python)
• Customize Linux distributions (Yocto)
• Develop and debug device drivers and kernel modules
• Interface with hardware peripherals (UART, SPI, I2C, USB, Ethernet)
• Collaborate with firmware engineers and understand MCU interactions
• Develop interfaces to external applications through ex. SNMP etc.
• Develop PC applications/tools for configuration, visualization, and firmware updates
• Support full product lifecycle from concept to production

PC APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT

• Develop desktop tools for device configuration, firmware updates, and diagnostics using technologies such as:
  • C / Qt
  • Python (PyQt, Tkinter)

These tools interact with embedded devices via USB, serial, or network interfaces.

• Develop basic desktop applications and/or API for managing the equipment.

HARDWARE & FIRMWARE INTERACTION

• Work closely with hardware and firmware teams to:
  • Understand schematics and data sheets
  • Validate system behavior and signal integrity
  • Debug issues across hardware/software boundaries
  • Interface with microcontrollers and SoCs
• Perform system-level debugging using tools like GDB, JTAG, logic analyzers
• Optimize performance for CPU, memory, and I/O

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience with Yocto or Buildroot
• Familiarity with Linux kernel and driver development
• Experience with GUI frameworks (Qt, .NET, or Python-based GUIs)
• Experience with web-based technology (webserver, Database, Web GUI).
• Experience with debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer)
• Understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, sockets, SNMP)
• Familiarity with fiber optics network
• Knowledge of firmware and RTOS concepts

ESSENTIAL EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
• 3 years of experience in embedded systems development

ESSENTIAL SKILLS/TRAITS

• Strong programming skills in C/C
• Experience with Embedded Linux systems and tools
• Knowledge of communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet)
• Experience with version control systems (Git)
• Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities
• Strong focus on reliability, safety, and manufacturability in product design.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across hardware, firmware, and software teams
• Capable of documenting designs and presenting technical information

WORK LOCATION

• This is primarily an on-site role due to hands-on development
• On-site presence required for lab work, debugging, and collaboration

TRAVEL

• Occasional travel may be required for supplier visits, testing, or customer support.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This role involves cross-functional collaboration with hardware, firmware, and QA teams. Engineers will work in a lab environment with embedded boards, test equipment, and development tools.
• To collaborate well with global internal and external teams, early morning or late evening online meetings may be required.