Principal Embedded Software Engineer (RTOS)

Compunnel Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Director of Embedded Systems to join their dynamic R&D team. This exciting role involves collaborating with talented developers and IT professionals to innovate and enhance cutting-edge embedded systems. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in embedded programming, particularly in C and C++, and have a strong background in real-time software development. You will be responsible for prototyping, building, and delivering software solutions while ensuring high-quality standards through rigorous testing and documentation. If you are a motivated self-starter with a passion for technology and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in embedded systems programming using C or C++.
• Experience in real-time embedded software development and multi-threaded environments.

Responsibilities

• Prototype, plan, build, and deliver software for embedded platforms.
• Create and maintain software requirements and design documents.

Skills

C Programming

C++ Programming

Embedded Systems

Real-Time Software Development

Multi-threaded Programming

Software Testing

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Master's Degree in STEM

Tools

ICE/JTAG

Commercial RTOS

Embedded Windows

Embedded Linux

Oscilloscopes

Logic Analyzers

Job description

This range is provided by Compunnel Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$75.00/hr - $83.00/hr

Job Role:

• In this role, you will collaborate with other members of the R&D team, developers, IT, and more to build state of the art embedded systems. The ideal candidate has a passion for coding, and excellent teamwork, partnering, and negotiation skills. You are a highly motivated self-starter who can achieve results with minimal direction.

Responsibilities:

• Prototype, plan, build, and deliver new software for existing and new embedded platforms and evaluate other software designs
• Create and maintain software requirements and design documents
• Review and unit test the software
• Own the software toolchain and SDE
• Automate build and testing processes

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM
• 10+ years of experience in embedded systems programming using C or C++ (or 8 years of experience with a Masters in STEM)
• Experience in real-time embedded software development
• Experience developing software in multi-threaded and/or multi-tasking environments
• Experience with hardware-software integration
• Experience with software testing, static analysis, and debugging at the hardware/software interface (ICE/JTAG)
• Understanding of object-oriented design and methodology, including UML
• Experience with testing automation
• Excellent documentation and communication skills in writing and speech

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in medical devices or another regulated industry
• Experience with commercial RTOS
• Experience with embedded Windows and Linux programming
• Experience in toolchain and build environment set up
• Familiarity with networking protocols, including wireless and Bluetooth
• Familiarity with laboratory instruments such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology, Engineering, and Management

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting, Manufacturing, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing