Embedded Firmware Engineer Job Dallas area,Texas USA,Software Development

The Embedded Software Engineer will lead the design, development, and implementation of embedded software solutions for various

magnetic, acoustic, capacitive, LIDAR, guided wave and free space radar continuous liquids level sensing projects at Rochester Sensors.

This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure embedded software and firmware meets performance, reliability, and

cost requirements. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in firmware design, architecture, development and test for analog

and digital hardware driving various sensor technologies and have a passion for pushing the boundaries of technology.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leading the design and implementation of embedded software for multiple sensor development projects.
Design and develop firmware for sensor products
Debug and test firmware to meet product requirements for internal standards and customer requirements.
Optimize system/hardware resources to improve efficiency and stability of product
Optimize firmware architecture to optimize performance such as reducing average power consumption and memory requirements
Support software QA and optimize I/O performance
Manage software test and release in Git Hub
Assess third party and open source software for use in new products
Implement encryption for firmware updates to prevent hacking attacks
Implement encryption for data transfer
Develop standard code blocks for use across multiple product families
Develop testing systems and procedures. Conducting thorough testing and validation of firmware to performance requirements.
Collaborating with hardware design engineers on product development
Troubleshooting and debugging firmware issues during development, testing, and production phases, implementing effective solutions in a timely manner
Mentoring junior engineers and providing technical guidance
Liaising with customers and suppliers as necessary
Staying current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in embedded software development and applying relevant advancements to improve project outcomes
Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user manuals
Able to develop and execute Project Schedules
Performs other duties per judgement or as necessity dictates

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

4 Year Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics degree required. Master’s level degree a plus
Minimum 10-15 years’ experience in firmware development
Proven working experience in embedded software for sensor development.
Expertise in microcontroller and FPGA-based system
Embedded firmware development experience with Microchip, STMicro or TI microprocessors
Expert in programming languages such as C/C++ and assembly
Knowledge of communication protocols including RS232, RS485, I2C, SPI, UART, CAN and LIN
Excellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills
Knowledge in development and test platforms such as Git.
Knowledgeable in standards such as MISRA
Knowledge or experience in CI/CD Pipelines
Experience in encryption for data transfer and FOTA updates
Hands-on electrical hardware probing and testing for validation of firmware expertise
Technical leadership
Strong communication skills and ability to communicate to company leadership

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

10+ years of sensor design and development experience
Strong proficiency in analog and digital sensor design
Familiarity with signal processing techniques and tools such as MATLAB and LABVIEW
Knowledge with wireless sensor communication protocols such as BLE and IoT
Knowledge of machine learning and data analytics
Electrical hardware design experience
Experience in Industrial, Construction or Transportation industries
Experience with High Volume Design for Manufacturability
Experience with ranging technologies such as ultrasonic, LiDar or Radar
Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for test automation

COMPETENCIES:

Adaptability
- Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Customer Focus
- Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and…