Embedded Systems Lead Engineer -- Industrial Manufacturer (35903)

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An international industrial manufacturer in Westland, MI is seeking an Embedded Systems Lead Engineer to drive new product and system development. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in embedded software development and strong skills in C/C++ and real-time operating systems. This role involves designing and maintaining embedded software for remote controllers and collaborating with engineers. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position with a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $160,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong experience with C/C++ programming and RTOS.
• Ability to work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain embedded software for remote controllers.
• Implement and maintain software version control systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to define system architecture.

Skills

Embedded software development

C/C++ programming

Real-time operating systems

System architecture

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or similar relevant degree

Job description

Embedded Systems Lead Engineer—Industrial Manufacturer (35903)

Base pay range: $140,000.00/yr – $160,000.00/yr

An international industrial manufacturer in the Westland, MI area is seeking an Embedded Systems Lead Engineer to support the company’s new product and system development. Qualified candidates should have a strong background in embedded software development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain embedded software for remote controllers and flight control systems
• Implement and maintain software version control systems
• Record and control changes to software configurations
• Implement user interfaces for interaction with flight control systems
• Use debugging tools and techniques to troubleshoot and resolve software issues
• Conduct tests to ensure software reliability
• Ensure compliance with industry standards in software development
• Design and maintain backend infrastructure for GPS tracking
• Collaborate with engineers to define system architecture and hardware/software interfaces

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or similar relevant degree
• At least 5 years of experience in embedded software development
• Strong experience with C/C++ programming and real‑time operating systems (RTOS)
• Experience with embedded systems architecture
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work well within a team

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing