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Senior Software Engineer - End Effector

Kforce Inc
Salt Lake, UT Contractor
POSTED ON 6/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/10/2026
Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Software Engineer located in Salt Lake City, UT. This is a fully onsite role. The contract is 3-6 months (extendable). The candidate will start ASAP. Duties Include:

  • Integrate COTS end effectors and other hardware peripherals into Palladyne IQ
  • Implement device drivers/adapters and a clean hardware abstraction for grippers/vacuum, tool changers, and I/O
  • Bring-up and debug hardware/firmware interfaces; Define wiring maps and communication timing
  • Add configuration, status, and error reporting hooks for IQ UI/telemetry
  • Write automated bench tests and HIL tests; Document bring-up and field install steps
  • Support shop-floor trials and acceptance testing with customers

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems
  • Senior Software Engineer (End-Effector Integration)
  • Experience with C and Python
  • Strong C for hardware/firmware interfacing and protocol parsing
  • Hands-on with industrial comms: EtherNet/IP, Modbus (TCP/RTU), IO-Link, serial interfaces; Experience integrating COTS devices (IODD usage, vendor SDKs, serial/Ethernet bridges)
  • Solid debugging (oscilloscope/logic analyzer/Wireshark) and real-time/threading fundamentals
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

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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