Embedded Software Engineer

Elemental Machines, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Elemental Machines is seeking a Software Engineer to join our Device Engineering Team, developing high-volume embedded IoT sensors and modules for life-changing applications. You will work with hardware, firmware and applications software teams to build IoT devices and gateways.

You will write Python and C/C++ code, contribute to system architecture, document APIs, and participate in code reviews throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE or related field.
• 0–3 years of software development experience.
• Proficient in Python; C/C++ is a plus.
• Strong Linux command line, Bash, and Git skills.
• Familiar with Docker and testable, clean code practices.
• Knowledge of state machines and event-driven architectures.

Responsibilities

• Write embedded software applications in Python and C/C++ for IoT gateways and devices.
• Collaborate to develop robust, scalable system architecture.
• Understand user requirements and contribute to product requirements and lifecycle.
• Document code, APIs and design decisions.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Linux command line

Bash scripting

Git

Software testing methodologies

State machines

Event-driven architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field

Tools

Docker

Job description

Elemental Machines is looking for a Software Engineer to join our Device Engineering Team in the creation of new IoT sensors and modules. We are looking for someone who is excited about the challenges that come with the development of high-volume embedded systems that are used in life-changing applications.

In this role, you will work closely with hardware, firmware and applications software developers and our verification team in the development of IoT devices and gateways.

Employment type:

Full-time

Pay:

$90,000 per year

Responsibilities:

• Write embedded software applications in Python and C/C++ that run on our IoT gateways and devices.
• Collaborate with team members to develop system architecture for a robust, scalable platform.
• Understand user requirements, contribute to the development of product requirements and participate in the entire product development life cycle.
• Document your code, APIs and design decisions.
• Participate in code reviews, giving and receiving feedback.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 0–3 years of experience building software including internships, co-ops, research or personal projects.
• Programming experience in Python, C/C++ is a plus.
• Confident use of the Linux command line, Bash scripting and Git.
• Working knowledge of containerization tools such as Docker.
• A habit of writing clean, testable code and a willingness to ask questions and learn quickly.
• Familiarity with software testing methodologies and design patterns.
• Understanding of application design: state machines, event-driven architecture.

Nice to have:

• Understanding of concurrency on constrained devices: threads or tasks, queues, mutexes and avoiding race conditions.
• Exposure to application-level communication such as TCP/IP, MQTT, BLE/Wi-Fi or serial command protocols.
• Experience with embedded development, including microcontroller platforms such as Arduino or ESP32, and RTOS concepts.
• Experience interacting with hardware / low-level protocols (e.g. I2C, UART, Modbus, CAN)
• Debugging on real hardware with JTAG/SWD debuggers, oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Experience with device fleet management platforms.
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or GCP.

About us:

Today’s research, clinical, and quality control labs are expected to discover and produce at a pace once considered unimaginable. Now, to lead is to be led by data. The Elemental Machines platform elevates LabOps teams in charge of machines, instruments, data, facilities, training, quality, and compliance to lead data-driven discovery, development, and delivery. But there are over 300 million physical instruments, devices, and machines not yet connected to the cloud. We are simplifying the connection between the physical and digital worlds using IoT and AI-driven insights. The result is a lab united by a universal cloud-connected dashboard and operations.

Elemental Machines

is on a mission to enable intelligent operations by connecting the physical and digital infrastructure to optimize outcomes. Science and technology leaders trust Elemental Machines' ecosystem of hardware and software to deliver actionable insights that accelerate their pace of innovation.We enable data-driven discovery, development, and delivery within organizations ranging from biopharma labs to biobanks, analytical labs, and manufacturers in the life sciences and beyond.