Embedded Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead software development, verification, and validation; responsible for on-time delivery of high-quality embedded software products that meet budgetary objectives
• Design and implement software in current programming languages (e.g. C, C++, C#, python), practical experience with embedded C development
• Identify parameters, structure, and critical test components
• Write, update, or execute test design, cases, as well as procedures and report results
• Working from requirement specifications, develop, maintain, and update detailed design and interface specifications
• Participate in and support the implementation, development, enhancements, and modifications to software source code, scripts, and procedures
• Debug, troubleshoot, and isolate software problems as well as offer strategic solutions, analysis, and advice regarding identified issues for future development
• Assist in the evaluation of selected designs through testing and full documentation of the results
• Work on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
• Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
• Contribute to and support gathering, analyzing, and validating requirements; write, update, develop and maintain Hazard/Risk analysis specifications; conduct root-cause analysis of failures
• Participate in software development, verification and validation following the guidance of the software lead
• Follow approved Design Control procedures for software development in accordance with FDA guidelines
• Support all company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements
• At this level, demonstrate proficiency in software implementation
• Interact with QA engineers to ensure that software products are robust and of very high quality
• Actively participate in product development teams for the development of new products and services
• Readily adjust priorities and work within a team environment for timely completion of common objectives for multiple projects
• Resolve significant and/or complex technical issues to empower health through breakthrough technology

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
• MS desired
• 8 to 15 years experience in software engineering required
• Some experience in software engineering management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Expert knowledge in current programming languages (e.g., C, C++, C#, Python etc.)
• Expert knowledge with current development tools (IDEs, debuggers, unit test frameworks and source control management)
• Experience with software testing
• Experience with software development life cycle processes
• Good knowledge of software engineering principles are required
• Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, creativity, and independent thought
• Experience with structured software development and/or Object Modeling Design experience required
• Experience with software development of embedded systems for safety-critical products required
• Strong debugging techniques and experience on using debugger in an embedded environment is required
• Excellent troubleshooting skills are a must
• Knowledgeable of microprocessor architecture is required
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities
• Demonstrated ability in providing guidance to junior team members