Embedded Software Engineer II

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions, a leading global workforce solutions provider, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer II for on-site role in Melbourne, FL. You will design, develop, integrate, verify, and maintain embedded software across bare-metal, RTOS, and embedded Linux environments, collaborating with hardware, FPGA, and verification teams throughout the product lifecycle.

You should have a strong background in C, C++, and Python, with experience in device drivers, interfaces (UART/I2C/SPI), and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, software engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in embedded software development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain embedded software applications and device drivers.
• Develop software for embedded processor platforms including AMD/Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC and MicroBlaze architectures.
• Implement and debug low-level software interfaces including UART, I2C, SPI, GPIO, and other peripheral interfaces.
• Support software integration activities across hardware, FPGA, and system-level components.
• Perform software verification, debugging, root-cause analysis, and issue resolution in laboratory and target hardware environments.
• Participate in board bring-up, hardware/software integration, and system validation activities.
• Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and software verification procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure technical, schedule, and quality objectives are achieved.
• Contribute to technical documentation, software design reviews, code reviews, and process improvement initiatives.
• Utilize software development tools and configuration management systems to maintain high-quality software deliverables.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Embedded systems

RTOS

Embedded Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, software engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

GitLab

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

• Job Type: Direct Placement
• Duration: Direct Placeme

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer II

Location: on-Site, Melbourne, FL

Employment Type: Direct

Schedule: 9x80

About the Opportunity

The Embedded Software Engineer II supports the design, development, integration, verification, and maintenance of embedded software solutions for advanced embedded systems. The successful candidate will contribute to software development across bare-metal, RTOS, and embedded Linux environments while collaborating closely with systems, hardware, FPGA, and verification teams throughout the product lifecycle.
This role requires strong technical proficiency in embedded software development, hardware/software integration, debugging, and system-level problem solving.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain embedded software applications and device drivers.
• Develop software for embedded processor platforms including AMD/Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC and MicroBlaze architectures.
• Implement and debug low-level software interfaces including UART, I2C, SPI, GPIO, and other peripheral interfaces.
• Support software integration activities across hardware, FPGA, and system-level components.
• Perform software verification, debugging, root-cause analysis, and issue resolution in laboratory and target hardware environments.
• Participate in board bring-up, hardware/software integration, and system validation activities.
• Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and software verification procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure technical, schedule, and quality objectives are achieved.
• Contribute to technical documentation, software design reviews, code reviews, and process improvement initiatives.
• Utilize software development tools and configuration management systems to maintain high-quality software deliverables.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, software engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in embedded software development

What Sets You Apart

• Equivalent combination of education/training and experience is acceptable
• Strong programming skills in C, C++, and Python with demonstrated proficiency in modern C++ development
• Experience developing embedded software in one or more of the following environments:Bare-Metal Systems,FreeRTOS, orEmbedded Linux
• Experience developing, integrating, and debugging low-level device drivers and communication interfaces including UART, I2C, and SPI
• Familiarity with software development and collaboration tools such as GitLab, JIRA, and Confluence
• Working knowledge of embedded systems architecture, hardware/software integration, and software verification methodologies
• Experience supporting sensor-based and imaging-based embedded systems, including systems utilizing EO/IR cameras
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, debugging, and communication skills.

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.