Lead Embedded Software Engineer

Coherent Corp.

Colorado

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading technology firm in Colorado is seeking a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to contribute to advanced laser systems for defense applications. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in embedded software development, proficiency in C/C++, and strong debugging skills. The role involves software architecture design, development, and collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams. This position offers full-time employment with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

Minimum of 7 years of related experience.
Experience in developing software for real-time operating systems.
Strong understanding of hardware/software functional partitioning.

Responsibilities

Design and develop software for embedded systems.
Write and execute software test plans.
Support system integration and final testing.

Skills

Embedded software development

C and C++ programming

Object-oriented programming

RTOS and embedded Linux

Debugging and troubleshooting

Cross-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microcontrollers

FPGAs

AMD/Xilinx platforms

LabVIEW

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Job Description

Coherent Aerospace & Defense, Emerging Laser Subsystems Business Unit is seeking an embedded software engineer to contribute to the development of advanced laser systems for defense applications.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Software Architecture and Design: Works as a member of a cross-disciplinary team of systems engineers, optical engineers, electrical engineers, and FPGA engineers to conceptualize a system solution that meets customer requirements. Responsible for designing, developing, and documenting software for assigned projects. Creates design documentation including Software Requirements Documents, block diagrams, Software Design Documents, and Interface Control Documents. May serve as the lead software engineer on assigned projects.

Software Development and Test: Develops software (primarily embedded) to meet the requirements of the system under development. Writes software test plans and tests software at various levels of integration (unit tests, tests on target architecture, test with target electronics). Writes software scripts and tools to support software development and system test.
System Integration and Test Support: Develops Software Test Plans and supports integration and test activities from initial board-level bring-up through final system test.
Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge and expertise in embedded systems and software development. Makes accurate detailed work plans for moderately complex systems/projects; may take lead role in planning and executing tasks; able to work many complex tasks simultaneously; able to plan resource requirements for task completion. Regularly works independently with minimal supervision to achieve goals and objectives. Able to complete routine work without considerable direction; receives general instructions on new assignments.

Education & Experience

Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 5 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience.

Skills

Must have significant demonstrated experience in designing and developing software solutions in embedded systems. Must have deep understanding of tradeoffs involved in hardware/software functional partitioning.
Must have a strong understanding of embedded processor platforms and be familiar with microcontrollers, FPGAs and system-on-chip devices. Experience with AMD/Xilinx platforms is preferred.
Must have significant past experience developing software in C and C++, and a strong background in object-oriented programming. Must have strong debugging and troubleshooting skills. Experience developing in one or more of the following are also highly desirable: C#, Python, LabVIEW.
Must have significant experience developing software for real-time operating systems (RTOS) and/or embedded Linux.
Must have strong understanding of embedded hardware devices, chip-to-chip interfaces, and networking protocols.
Must have demonstrated experience working with cross-disciplinary engineering teams to develop and test highly-functional integrated systems.
Experience working with laser systems is desired but not required. Past experience on high-reliability systems for defense and/or space is desired but not required.
Must be able to obtain/maintain a US Government security clearance if one is required to perform the job responsibilities.

Working Conditions

Primarily an engineering design function with office working conditions.

Physical Requirements

Primarily an engineering design function with few physical requirements.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and II-VI Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities. Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Coherent Aerospace & Defense is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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