Lead Embedded Software Engineer (C/C++, ARM, RTOS)

Aleron; Franksville (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Milwaukee to design, implement, test, and maintain embedded software, OS components, board-support packages, and device drivers for new and existing products, collaborating with hardware engineers.

Candidates will develop in C/C++, work with ARM processors and RTOS like FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or Embedded Linux, perform unit/integration tests, and help drive code quality with automated tests and peer reviews.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 7 years minimum of embedded software development experience, primarily in C/C++.
• 5 years minimum experience with ARM processors, RTOS-based systems (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr, Embedded Linux), and bare-metal implementations.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, debug, and support embedded OS and application software that meets technical and customer requirements.
• Develop embedded software in C/C++, including reusable components for new and existing designs.
• Conduct unit, integration, and system testing; track defects and validate fixes.
• Develop automated tests and tools in Python or a similar high-level language.
• Document designs through code comments, reports, and technical descriptions.
• Follow established coding standards and best practices, including version-controlled workflows and peer code reviews.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure software/hardware compatibility and performance.
• Serve as technical lead on assigned projects, coordinating with functional groups and customers to meet deliverables and resolve issues.
• Drive innovative designs based on input from product management and customers.
• Use AI tools effectively to improve productivity and code quality.

Skills

C/C++

ARM processors

RTOS-based systems

Bare-metal

Education

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

FreeRTOS

Zephyr

Embedded Linux

Job description

Acara Solutions is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Milwaukee to design, implement, test, and maintain embedded software, OS components, board-support packages, and device drivers for new and existing products, collaborating with hardware engineers.

Candidates will develop in C/C++, work with ARM processors and RTOS like FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or Embedded Linux, perform unit/integration tests, and help drive code quality with automated tests and peer reviews.