Junior Embedded Middleware Engineer

Cyient; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyient in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Middleware Software Engineer with 1-3 years of embedded software experience. You will design, develop, and maintain middleware components for real-time systems using C, C++, C#, and Python, targeting QNX-based environments.

Collaboration with firmware, hardware, and systems teams will be essential, along with rigorous testing and validation throughout the SDLC. The role demands strong problem-solving, a proactive attitude, and a willingness to learn new

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of software development experience.
• Experience with C, C++, C#, Python.
• Working knowledge of QNX-based systems.
• Familiarity with SDLC and OO programming concepts.
• Experience with Git and debugging/troubleshooting.
• Exposure to testing, validation, and defect tracking.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain middleware software for embedded and real-time systems.
• Develop software using C, C++, C# and Python following coding standards.
• Participate in middleware integration across operating systems, apps and hardware.
• Work with QNX RTOS environments and support system-level software development.
• Develop unit tests and assist in software verification and validation.
• Execute functional, integration, and regression testing.
• Analyze defects, debug, and support root cause investigations.
• Collaborate with firmware, hardware, systems, and test engineers.
• Contribute to design reviews, code reviews, and documentation.

Skills

C

C++

C#

Python

QNX RTOS

SDLC

Object-oriented programming

Git

Multithreading

IPC

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description: Middleware Engineer (Onsite - Milpitas, CA, USA)

Position Title

Location

Experience

1 to 3 Years

Employment Type

Full-Time

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Middleware Software Engineer to join our engineering team in Milpitas, California. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 3 years of experience in software development, strong programming skills in C/C++ ,C# and Python, working knowledge of QNX-based systems, and exposure to software testing and validation activities. The candidate should possess a positive attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn and explore new technologies in a fast-paced product development environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain middleware software components for embedded and real-time systems.
• Develop software using C, C++, C# and Python following coding standards and best practices.
• Participate in middleware integration activities across operating systems, applications, and hardware platforms.
• Work with QNX RTOS environments and support system-level software development activities.
• Develop unit tests and assist in software verification and validation activities.
• Execute functional, integration, and regression testing.
• Analyze software defects, perform debugging, and support root cause investigations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including firmware, hardware, systems, and test engineers.
• Contribute to software design reviews, code reviews, and technical documentation.
• Continuously learn and adopt new tools, technologies, and development methodologies.

Required Technical Skills

• 1 to 3 years of software development experience.
• Strong programming skills in:
• C
• C++
• C#
• Python
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of QNX RTOS.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Familiarity with source code management tools such as Git.
• Exposure to debugging tools and software troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience with software testing, validation, and defect tracking.
• Understanding of multithreading, IPC, and system-level programming concepts is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on embedded systems or real-time operating systems.
• Familiarity with Linux or other embedded operating systems.
• Exposure to middleware frameworks and device communication protocols.
• Internship or academic projects involving embedded software development.
• Knowledge of automated testing frameworks is a plus.
• Excellent attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Curiosity to explore emerging technologies and innovative solutions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach toward assigned tasks.
• Strong ownership and accountability for deliverables.

Nice to Have

• Exposure to medical devices, industrial automation, semiconductor equipment, or embedded product development environments.
• Knowledge of software quality processes and coding standards.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.