Lead Embedded Software Engineer

You want to love what you do and love where you work. Gentex gives you the best of both worlds. A global technology company headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, Gentex is an 8-time winner of the Top Workplaces in Michigan.
** POSITION OVERVIEW
** Lead Embedded Software Engineer I at Gentex is responsible for leading a team of embedded software engineers and writing and developing embedded software.
** Location**:
This position requires on-site work at Gentex facilities. This role is not eligible for remote work.
** WHAT YOU’LL DO
*** Lead the execution of full development lifecycle including Requirements Analysis, Software Architecture, Software Design, Algorithm Design, Unit Test Development, Integration Test Development, Embedded Software Development, Software Verification and Validation.
* Design and implement new features for our embedded platforms, including, but not limited to, bringing up new cameras, SoC’s, sensors, chipsets and other driver development.
* Lead code reviews, estimation and planning meetings.
* Drive process improvement and software compliance activities.
* Provide technical leadership and influence in the execution of all primary responsibilities.
* Mentor and foster professional growth of engineers and encourage career progression within Gentex.
* Stay current with industry trends and drive continuous improvement of process.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Hardware, Mechanical, Product, Software Project Engineering and System Engineering to support execution of products into software, assure software/hardware integration and quality.
* Participate in Product Launch Teams as required.
* Other duties as assigned.
** HOW YOU’LL DO IT
*** Technical expertise - Demonstrating depth of knowledge and skill in a technical area.
* Managing complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
* Mentoring and coaching - Providing timely guidance and feedback (both positive and constructive) to help others recognize strengths and development opportunities.  Inviting tough conversations.
* Optimizing work processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
* Situational adaptability - Demonstrating the flexibility to adapt to changing environments. Adjusting approach to adapt to shifting demands.
* Fostering teamwork - Building effective partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
* Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
* Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties**,
** including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.
** WHAT TO BRING
*** Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
* 6+ years of technical experience in all phases of software development lifecycle.
* 2+ years of experience as a mentor or a leader.
* High proficiency in C, C++ languages, assembly languages, and real time operating systems.
* Detailed, ongoing, current knowledge of electronics components and systems.
* Broad technical skills and exemplary technical dependability in all product phases.
* In-depth knowledge of embedded systems.
* Requires a person who is highly motivated and demonstrates good communication and people skills.
* Must be able to balance multiple responsibilities and have strong multi-tasking skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
** WHAT WILL HELP
*** Strong Linux Experience.
* Experience working on video, audio, signal processing and compression.
* Experience working on Camera development and Image Signal Processing.
* Experience working on Wi-Fi and BLE.
* Familiarity with tools like Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, JIRA, Azure Dev Ops etc.
* Familiarity with Agile processes.
* Familiarity with static analysis tools, code coverage metrics and unit test generation.
** Gentex is an equal opportunity employer
** Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an…