Embedded Software Engineer

Quantum Technologies. LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Technologies. LLC is seeking an experienced Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer to design and develop large-scale software systems and low-level components for industrial control applications.

The ideal candidate has 6–8 years of hands-on experience with C/C++, Linux, and hardware–software integration, and will contribute to system bring-up, debugging, and performance optimization in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience designing and developing large-scale software systems
• Strong proficiency in C/C++, with deep knowledge of the C standard library
• Experience developing low-level software components and device drivers
• Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, algorithms, and data structures
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in a Linux environment
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Exposure to Allen-Bradley PLC control systems

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain large-scale software systems and frameworks using C/C++
• Develop and maintain low-level components, including device drivers and hardware interface modules
• Perform hardware–software integration and support system bring-up activities
• Apply knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, algorithms, and data structures
• Debug complex system-level issues and optimize performance
• Work within a Linux environment, utilizing command-line tools and system utilities
• Collaborate using version control systems such as Git
• Interface with industrial control systems, including Allen-Bradley PLCs (exposure)
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership as needed

Skills

C/C++

Large-scale systems

Linux environment

Device drivers

Debugging

Git

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Communication

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer with 6–8 years of hands-on experience in designing and developing large-scale software systems and low-level components. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in C/C++, hardware–software integration, and Linux-based development environments, along with exposure to industrial control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain large-scale software systems and frameworks using C/C++
• Develop and maintain low-level components, including device drivers and hardware interface modules
• Perform hardware–software integration and support system bring-up activities
• Apply solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, algorithms, and data structures
• Debug complex system-level issues and optimize performance
• Work within a Linux environment, utilizing command-line tools and system utilities
• Collaborate using version control systems such as Git
• Interface with industrial control systems, including Allen-Bradley PLCs (experience or exposure)
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership as needed

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience designing and developing large-scale software systems
• Strong proficiency in C/C++, with deep knowledge of the C standard library
• Experience developing low-level software components and device drivers
• Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, algorithms, and data structures
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in a Linux environment
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Exposure to Allen-Bradley PLC control systems

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.