Lead Engineer - Embedded SW Development

Essential Responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Translate high-level system requirements into robust firmware architectures and low-level design specifications.

Full-Cycle Development: Lead the design, coding, testing, and debugging of mission-critical system software for the MarkVIe platform.

Performance Optimization: Analyze and enhance the efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources to meet stringent power generation requirements.

Validation & Integration: Integrate new product designs and collaborate with firmware test teams to develop, perform, and oversee formal design verification and validation (V&V) plans.

Quality Assurance: Lead high-quality technical reviews, including detailed design, source code, unit test frameworks, and requirement documentation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a primary interface between hardware design, systems engineering, and product teams.

Continuous Improvement: Champion automated unit and regression testing initiatives; foster a culture of continuous improvement in both product quality and development processes.

Lifecycle Management: Manage software throughout the entire product development lifecycle, from project initiation and design to release and long-term maintenance.

Assessment: Evaluate and integrate third-party and open-source software components while maintaining compliance with cybersecurity standards.

Qualifications/Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience: 5-8 years of professional experience in embedded software programming, with a demonstrated ability to perform hands-on development and complex troubleshooting on embedded targets.

Technical Proficiency:

Advanced C/C++ programming skills.

In-depth understanding of microprocessor architectures.

Hands-on experience with preemptive, multitasking Real-Time Operating Systems ( RTOS ), with a strong preference for QNX.

Methodologies: Proven experience in Agile development environments and automated unit testing for C/C++.

Toolsets: Proficiency in software configuration management tools, defect tracking systems, and peer-review processes.

Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven track record of working effectively in global, multi-functional teams.

Desired Characteristics

Domain Expertise: Direct experience with MarkVIe control systems firmware development.

Protocol Knowledge: Experience working with industrial communication protocols (e.g., MODBUS, Profibus, Profinet, Foundation Fieldbus, CAN, Industrial Ethernet).

Security Mindset: Knowledge of secure software design and cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems.

Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading global programs and mentoring junior engineers.

Versatility: Exposure to C# development for tooling or utility applications is a strong plus.

Initiative: A self-starter mindset with the ability to navigate complex, cross-functional technical challenges autonomously.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes