What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Software/Firmware Engineer position at nLIGHT?
Who We Are
At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.
Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
Summary
The Product Software/Firmware Development team at nLIGHT is charged with delivering world-class software and firmware for our rapidly growing laser products business. The ideal candidate is highly motivated with an excellent track record of performance and creativity in software and product development. They will contribute to the architecture, design, development, testing, and delivery of our laser products and supporting infrastructure. They would join a small team with a big impact, so good teamwork in a dynamic environment rounds out the expectations.
Functions
• Interface with colleagues, partners, and customers to understand and manage feature requirements, expectations, and priorities
• Working from requirements to solutions meeting product and business needs through developing robust, self-defending code used in 24x7 production environments worldwide
• Utilize good software development processes and practices to produce and maintain high quality software
• Document appropriately, advocate for best practices, and train/mentor team members/partners where possible
• Assist and support internal as well as external customers with software and system issues
Qualifications
• 10 years experience as a software/firmware developer in real-time programming environments
• Familiar with Windows operating systems and .NET
• Comfortable with C# and C
• Proven experience in embedded systems, firmware development and testing
• Knowledge integrating software and hardware using embedded data bus protocols, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, …
• Skilled with Microsoft SW: Visual Studio
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work well in a dynamic and fast paced environment
• Attention to detail and an ability to absorb and assimilate information rapidly
• Work independently given high level goals or instructions
• MS or BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar discipline
Preferred Qualifications
• Comfortable with ARM architecture
• Knowledge of scripting and Python
• Experience with Verilog, FPGAs, and their development tools
• Good electronics knowledge – read schematics and wiring diagrams; use multi-meters, oscilloscopes, function generators, logic analyzers, JTAG/ICE debuggers, protocol analyzers
• Familiarity with software configuration management systems, defect tracking tools, and peer review
• Familiar with API design and development
• Skilled with Microsoft SW: Excel, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay depends on qualifications:
- Sr. Software Engineer: $100,000 - $130,000 annually
Other Compensation and Benefits
- Target Cash Bonus of 5% of earned wages
- Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
- 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
- 10 paid Holidays
- Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or HR@nlight.net.
E-Verify Participation:
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
For more information, please review the following notices:
- E-Verify Participation Poster
- Right to Work Poster