RCI-TRA-30244-1 Embedded Software Engineer (IoT/Telematics) [NO C2C]

Job Code : RCI-TRA-30244-1

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer (IoT/Telematics)

Location: Minneapolis, MN, US 55420

Duration: 06 Month extension possible based on needs and performance

Minimum Salary: $70.00 Per Hourly

Maximum Salary: $75.00 Per Hourly

Job Description:

• We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer with a strong background in IoT or Telematics systems to design, develop, and optimize firmware and embedded software for connected devices.
• In this role, you will contribute to the development of embedded platforms used in intelligent, connected equipment.
• You’ll work closely with hardware, systems, and cloud engineering teams to deliver reliable, efficient, and scalable embedded solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain embedded software and firmware for IoT or telematics devices.
• Develop, integrate, and optimize drivers and middleware for wired and wireless communication interfaces including Wi-Fi, Cellular, GPS, Bluetooth, and CAN.
• Implement and optimize low-power management strategies to maximize device efficiency and runtime.
• Work with Embedded Linux (Yocto 4.x / 5.x) to build and customize BSPs, kernel modules, and user-space applications.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, quality, cyber security, and cloud engineering teams to ensure seamless end-to-end system integration.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and software process improvements to ensure high-quality, maintainable code.
• Perform debugging, profiling, and performance tuning on embedded targets.
• Contribute to design documentation, interface definitions, and test plans to support software validation and certification activities.

Required Qualifications.

• 8 years of experience developing embedded software for connected or telematics devices.
• Proficiency in C and C , with deep understanding of memory management, concurrency, and real-time constraints.
• Hands-on experience with Embedded Linux, including Yocto-based builds (Yocto 4 and 5), kernel configuration, and system integration.
• Strong understanding of low-power design principles and optimization for battery-operated systems.
• Experience implementing wireless communication protocols (Wi-Fi, Cellular/LTE, Bluetooth, GPS) and vehicle or industrial buses (CAN, RS-485, etc.).
• Familiarity with software development best practices, including version control (Git), continuous integration, code reviews, and issue tracking systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RTOS or hybrid Linux/RTOS systems.
• Exposure to device security, secure boot, or over-the-air (OTA) update frameworks.
• Knowledge of Python or Bash scripting for build automation or test tooling.
• Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments (e.g., automotive, transportation, or industrial controls).
• Familiarity with hardware bring-up, schematics, and debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or JTAG.