Embedded Software Specialist

Job Description Summary

As an Embedded Software Specialist, you will support the design, development, integration, and testing of embedded software and firmware for mission‑critical technologies and products. You will work as part of a collaborative engineering team to help deliver reliable, high‑quality embedded systems. This role requires a strong technical foundation in embedded systems, attention to detail, and the ability to work within real‑time system constraints.

The position involves day‑to‑day execution with guidance from more senior engineers and requires sound judgment in completing assigned tasks.

• Support the design, development, and testing of embedded software modules, features, and applications.
• Assist in implementing software requirements based on system, hardware, and software specifications.
• Execute engineering test, validation, and verification activities for embedded software.
• Follow established software development processes, standards, and documentation practices.
• Support software integration and testing across a variety of environments, including simulation, lab, and hardware test platforms.
• Implement and troubleshoot software for resource‑constrained embedded environments.
• Work closely with hardware and systems teams to support communication between modules and applications.
• Help ensure software reliability, robustness, and compliance with safety and security requirements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for software designs, test procedures, and results.
• Participate in requirements reviews, code reviews, design reviews, and problem‑solving activities.
• Support project execution by completing assigned work to meet quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Assist in identifying and resolving technical issues during development, integration, and test.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science.
• Associate degree and at least 2 years of related experience.
• High school diploma or GED and at least 6 years of related experience in embedded software/firmware development.
• Experience programming in Ada, C, C++, or similar languages.
• Experience supporting software development, integration, or testing in embedded environments.
• Ability to read and work from technical requirements, specifications, and interface documentation.

Location:

Grand Rapids, MI. This is a fully onsite position requiring attendance five days per week. This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. Citizenship. Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold U.S. Government Security Clearance. This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Employment is contingent upon the ability to prove U.S. Person status (U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, or have been granted asylee or refugee status).

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science.
• Experience with embedded software design, development, integration, and testing.
• Familiarity with Ada in embedded software environments.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Tcl.
• Familiarity with code management tools such as Git, CVS, SVN, or Perforce.
• Experience with RTOS environments such as Linux, FreeRTOS, QNX, or VxWorks.
• Experience with embedded software debugging and integration on hardware.
• Familiarity with debuggers, lab test equipment, and interfaces such as UART, JTAG, and oscilloscopes.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals, including Ethernet and VLANs.
• Familiarity with system interfaces such as Ethernet, Mil-Std-1553, and Serial.
• Familiarity with component interfaces such as I2C, SPI, and PCIe.
• Experience working in regulated or mission‑critical industries such as Aerospace, defense, automotive, or medical devices.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

The base pay range for this position is $86,000.00 - $ USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education,…