Embedded Systems Engineer (C/C++, Linux)

Talentify

Middleburg Heights (OH)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+
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Medical insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Middleburg Heights, OH for a contract-to-hire role. You will design, develop, and test embedded software in C/C++, interfacing with hardware and sensors, and collaborate with hardware engineers throughout the lifecycle.

The on-site team is small (6–7 engineers). The position offers a strong benefits package and a focus on real-world hardware/software integration, with travel limited and fully covered when needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in EE, CE, or CS.
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Experience developing software in C/C++.
  • Exposure to embedded systems or low-level software development.
  • Experience working with hardware, electronics, or embedded devices.
  • Strong understanding of object‑oriented programming concepts.
  • Solid troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test embedded software applications in C/C++.
  • Develop software that interfaces directly with hardware, sensors, and electronic systems.
  • Participate in requirements development, software design, and verification activities.
  • Support integration and troubleshooting of software running on embedded Linux and Windows-based systems.
  • Develop communication interfaces using TCP/IP, UDP, and socket-level networking.
  • Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to validate system performance.
  • Contribute to software documentation, test plans, and design specifications.

Skills

C/C++ development
OO programming
Troubleshooting
Embedded systems exposure
Hardware interfacing

Education

Bachelor's in EE/CE/CS

Tools

Embedded Linux
Networking TCP/IP

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Middleburg Heights, OH for a contract-to-hire role. You will design, develop, and test embedded software in C/C++, interfacing with hardware and sensors, and collaborate with hardware engineers throughout the lifecycle.

The on-site team is small (6–7 engineers). The position offers a strong benefits package and a focus on real-world hardware/software integration, with travel limited and fully covered when needed.

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