Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Logisnext Americas Inc.; Crystal Lake (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Profit sharing

401k with match

On-site fitness center

Paid time off

Job summary

Logisnext Americas Inc. is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own embedded software for connected and ADAS solutions in our forklift portfolio.

You will drive architecture, integration, validation, and product roadmaps while coordinating with suppliers and cross‑functional teams. The role combines technical execution with product management responsibilities, including software releases, testing, and ensuring performance, reliability, and safety across telematics, LiDAR, AI cameras,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, EE, CS or related field.
• 7+ years of embedded software engineering experience in OEM environment.
• Experience managing embedded software from concept to EOL with feature prioritization.
• Proficiency with software configuration management and lifecycle tools (Git, CI/CD).
• Experience with CAN and data/log analysis using CANAnalyzer/PCAN.

Responsibilities

• Define embedded software vision, roadmap, and strategy for connected solutions.
• Lead architecture and integration for telematics, LiDAR, AI cameras, and UWB.
• Coordinate with suppliers, conduct technical reviews, ensure quality targets.
• Lead SIL/HIL validation and prototype field trials for performance and safety.
• Track and resolve production software issues, implement corrective actions.

Skills

Embedded software

CAN protocols

Git & CI/CD

Debugging tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Git

CI/CD pipelines

CANAnalyzer / PCAN

Network analyzers

Job description

About Us

Logisnext Americas Inc. has supported customers for more than 100 years as a technology-driven forklift manufacturer. In addition to being a forklift manufacturer, we are also a total solutions provider offering scalable products and services from material handling and automation to extensive fleet support.

About Us

Logisnext Americas Inc. has supported customers for more than 100 years as a technology-driven forklift manufacturer. In addition to being a forklift manufacturer, we are also a total solutions provider offering scalable products and services from material handling and automation to extensive fleet support.

About The Role

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will serve as the technical and strategic owner for embedded software to develop Connected and ADAS solutions within emerging technology systems in our forklift portfolio. This role blends deep technical execution along with developing, integrating and validating embedded software for telematics, LiDAR, AI camera, and UltraWide Band (UWB) products coupled with product management responsibilities. Lead software development, integration, and releases while shaping product roadmaps. Drive supplier and cross-functional alignment to deliver connected solutions that meet business, market, and quality objectives. Architect software solutions and apply SIL/HIL, Model-in-the-Loop, and advanced testing methods to validate system performance.

What You Will Do

• Product Lifecycle & Strategy (Embedded Software Focus):
  • Define the embedded software vision, roadmap, and technical strategy for connected solutions components you own. Manage the end-to-end software release process, including branching strategies, documentation, and validation alignment while adhering to industry standards
• System Integration & Architecture:
  • Lead embedded software architecture and integration for telematics, LiDAR, AI cameras, and UWB. Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) on how embedded software interacts with the forklift’s core control systems and sensors.
• Supplier & Stakeholder Management:
  • Act as the primary technical point of contact for software and electronics suppliers. Conduct technical reviews, support RFQs, and ensure supplier deliverables meet quality and cost targets
• Advanced Validation & Compliance:
  • Lead system‑level software validation (SIL/HIL). Support prototype builds and field trials, ensuring embedded software meets performance requirements, reliability, and safety considerations
• Current Product Management:
  • Track, troubleshoot, and resolve embedded software issues in production products, implementing corrective actions to improve robustness and maintainability

When & Where

• Hybrid Work Schedule in office 3 days a week
• 5-10% domestic travel

Qualifications

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 7+ years of embedded software engineering experience with a proven track record of releasing products in an OEM environment
• Demonstrated experience managing embedded software products from concept through end-of-life (EOL), including feature prioritization and quality
• Proficiency with software configuration management and lifecycle tools (e.g., Git, CI/CD pipelines, ticketing systems)
• Experience developing automated test scripts and setting up automation frameworks to verify software and feature functionality
• Working knowledge of embedded software engineering best practices, software architecture, and real-time control systems
• Experience with vehicle communication protocols-CAN, ability to analyze data, logs using relevant tools like CANAnalyzer, PCAN & Network analyzer
• Hands-on experience with software debugging and test instruments, including debuggers, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Master's degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. ( preferred)
• Knowledge of embedded operating systems/RTOS and safety‑related software design principles.
• Experience working with telematics and IoT systems, including device connectivity, data handling, and cloud integration patterns
• Experience with software/firmware troubleshooting and complex issue resolution across hardware-software boundaries
• Hands-on experience architecting and implementing embedded software for vehicle or industrial applications
• Experience integrating LiDAR, AI camera, and UWB positioning technologies in embedded software

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
• Profit Sharing Opportunities
• Flexible Spending and HSA Accounts
• 401k with automatic company contribution and company match
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life, Dependent Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (Includes 6-8 weeks of maternity leave and 5 days of paternity leave)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• On-site fitness center (Houston & Marengo)
• On-the-job training and development

The salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $165,000 annually. The specific salary for a successful candidate will depend upon, among other legitimate factors, education, training, and/or experience.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled