Embedded Software Engineer

Develop embedded software and firmware in C and C++ for new and existing products.

Work with microcontrollers, embedded processors, RTOS-based systems, and embedded Linux platforms.

Integrate sensors, actuators, communication interfaces, and other hardware into embedded systems.

Build and debug interfaces including I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet, GPIO, and similar protocols.

Use Python and other tools for testing, automation, system integration, and development support.

Bring up and debug software on custom hardware and early prototypes.

Investigate issues across software and hardware using debuggers, logs, bench equipment, and other engineering tools.

Implement software from system and software requirements while identifying edge cases, unclear behavior, and technical risks.

Write automated tests and support repeatable build, test, and integration workflows.

Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, design reviews, and project planning.

Collaborate across engineering disciplines throughout product development.

Document software designs, interfaces, implementation decisions, and test results.

BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field

0–5 years of professional software or embedded development experience; relevant co-op, internship, research, academic, and substantial personal project work will also be considered

Experience using Git and standard version control workflows

Familiarity with build systems, dependency management, debugging tools, and modern software development practices

Proven C and C++ fundamentals

Experience with Python or another scripting language

Understanding of embedded systems and how software interacts with hardware

Knowledge of real-time software concepts, including tasks, interrupts, scheduling, synchronization, timing, and concurrency

Working knowledge of common embedded communication interfaces and protocols

Comfort working in Linux and command-line development environments

Proficiency with standard software development tools and workflows

Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, datasheets, software requirements, and interface specifications

Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills

Sound judgment when identifying edge cases, questioning assumptions, and raising technical concerns

Demonstrated capacity to learn new technologies and apply them to unfamiliar engineering problems

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Bonus Attribute s

Experience with Docker, containerized development environments, CI/CD pipelines, or automated build and test workflows

Hands-on work with STM32, ARM-based MCUs/SoCs, ESP32, PIC32, or similar embedded platforms

Knowledge of Zephyr, FreeRTOS, or another RTOS

Familiarity with embedded Linux

Exposure to ROS2

Background in robotics, autonomous systems, UUVs, UAVs, or other uncrewed systems

Proficiency using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, protocol analyzers, or other bench equipment

Ability to read schematics and support board bring-up

Development of device drivers or communication stacks

Knowledge of networking and network debugging

Exposure to navigation, localization, SLAM, perception, controls, or sensor fusion

Experience with CI/CD, automated testing, or hardware-in-the-loop testing for embedded systems

Personal, academic, or professional projects involving embedded systems, electronics, robots, or other technical projects

Familiarity with safety-critical, mission-critical, or regulated product development

Please contact Christine Higgins, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Boston Engineering

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