Principal / Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Waterford, Connecticut

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Summary
Highly experienced Principal / Senior Embedded Software Engineer with deep expertise in C development, machine control systems, real-time embedded firmware, and hardware software integration. Proven ability to design robust embedded applications for complex electromechanical systems, automation equipment, robotics, and industrial controls.

Core Technical Skills
Embedded Programming

Expert-level C / C (C 11/14/17)

Real-time embedded systems

Multi-threaded programming

Memory management, low-level debuggin

Machine Control Systems

Motor control

Servo control

Motion control algorithms

Sensors/actuators integration

Industrial automation protocols
Hardware / Firmware

Embedded Linux / RTOS (FreeRTOS, VxWorks, QNX)

Microcontrollers (ARM, STM32, TI, NXP)

SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Modbus

Board bring-up, oscilloscopes, logic analyzer

Architectural & System Design

Embedded system architecture

Control systems design

Safety-critical systems (ISO, IEC standards

Cross-functional coordination with mechanical/electrical teams


Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize firmware and embedded applications using C .

Develop machine control algorithms for motors, actuators, and motion systems.

Work across the full embedded lifecycle: architecture ? coding ? debug ? validation ? deployment.

Collaborate with hardware, mechanical, and electrical engineering teams for system integration.

Analyze system performance, troubleshoot real-time issues, and enhance reliability.

Develop embedded software documentation, test plans, and technical specifications.

Participate in technical reviews, architecture discussions, and product roadmap planning.

Provide guidance to junior engineers, review code, and enforce engineering best practices.

Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards for embedded/industrial systems.

Support production testing, calibration, and deployment activities.

Knowledge of PLCs, industrial automation frameworks

Python for test automation

CI/CD for embedded (Jenkins, GitLab CI)

Experience with CANOpen, EtherCAT, Profinet

Familiarity with CAD/GIS tools (if needed by client)


Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or related discipline.

Strengths

Strong problem-solving & debugging skills

Ability to work independently or lead projects

Excellent communication for cross-functional teams

Ownership-driven, hands-on, delivery-focused mindset

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