Senior Embedded Software Engineer-Innovation Team

Johnson Health Tech Companies; Town of Cottage Grove (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee Product Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Johnson Health Tech Companies is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer at their Cottage Grove, WI headquarters. In this role, you'll develop innovative software solutions for fitness technology, collaborating closely with engineering, product, and manufacturing teams. We're looking for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges and mentoring others. The position offers a competitive compensation package with benefits including health insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off. International travel may be required approximately 1-2 times annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Professional experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C++, C#, or Java.
• Professional experience with embedded software development using C/C++.
• Strong understanding of RTOS or bare-metal embedded systems.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python or JavaScript.
• Ability to read electronic schematics and component datasheets.
• Experience writing technical documentation and design specifications.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software solutions for innovative fitness equipment.
• Research, evaluate, and integrate new technologies and product concepts.
• Create proof-of-concept prototypes and collaborate with Product Management.
• Support new product development by transitioning concepts to production.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and design requirements.
• Troubleshoot complex software and hardware integration challenges.

Skills

Object-oriented programming (C++, C#, Java)

Embedded software development (C/C++)

RTOS or bare-metal systems

Scripting languages (Python, JavaScript)

Technical documentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Description

Join Our Innovation Team:

At Johnson Health Tech, we develop innovative fitness technology and connected products used by customers around the world. Our KT Innovation team focuses on bringing new ideas to life through embedded software development, rapid prototyping, hardware integration, and next-generation product innovation.

We’re looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to help design and develop technology that powers globally recognized fitness brands. In this role, you’ll work closely with engineering, product, and manufacturing teams to bring new concepts from prototype to production in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, mentoring others, and driving innovation across both hardware and software platforms.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop embedded software solutions for innovative fitness equipment and connected technologies
• Research, evaluate, and integrate new technologies, features, and product concepts into future products
• Create proof‑of‑concept prototypes and collaborate with Product Management teams for refinement and development
• Support new product development efforts by transitioning concepts into production‑ready solutions
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, specifications, and design requirements
• Troubleshoot complex software and hardware integration challenges
• Collaborate with global engineering and manufacturing teams, including overseas development partners
• Mentor and support less experienced engineers across development initiatives
• Contribute to new intellectual property, product innovation, and technology advancements
• Work in a fast‑moving development environment focused on continuous improvement, iteration, and creative problem‑solving

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Professional experience with object‑oriented programming languages such as C++, C#, or Java
• Professional experience with embedded software development using C/C++
• Strong understanding of RTOS or bare‑metal embedded systems
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python or JavaScript
• Ability to read electronic schematics and component datasheets
• Experience writing technical documentation and design specifications
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across diverse engineering, product, and manufacturing teams
• Ability and desire to mentor less experienced engineers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Embedded Linux application, driver development, or OS build experience
• Experience with networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, or REST APIs
• Experience with communication protocols including CAN, USB, SPI, I2C, or RS232/RS485
• Experience with hardware/software integration and connected devices
• Consumer electronics, IoT, or fitness product development experience
• Strong understanding of threading, synchronization, and inter‑process communication
• Experience working with overseas development or manufacturing teams

Additional Information:

• This position is based onsite at our Cottage Grove, WI headquarters
• International travel may be required approximately 1–2 times annually

Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation package and team‑oriented environment with strong growth opportunities, including:

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Product Discounts
• Wellness Programs

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.