Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

Konik; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Profit-sharing bonus opportunity

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with Roth option

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Konik is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer III – Embedded Systems in Saint Paul, MN, for direct hire. The role focuses on designing and optimizing embedded firmware for microprocessor platforms, with C/C++ development and RTOS expertise.

A Bachelor's in EE/CE is required, along with 4+ years of experience. Candidates should be proficient in Python, Git, Linux, and FPGA environments, and willing to travel up to 5%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of embedded firmware experience.
• Strong C/C++ development in embedded environments.
• Experience with RTOS fundamentals: multi-threading, interrupts, real-time scheduling.
• Experience with Python, Git, Linux and embedded toolchains.
• Familiarity with FPGA development environments (Xilinx/Altera).
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Willing to travel up to 5% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize embedded firmware for microprocessor-based platforms.
• Develop robust C/C++ firmware for high-speed interfaces and peripherals.
• Configure and optimize RTOS to meet timing requirements.
• Support hardware integration: board bring-up, debugging firmware-hardware interactions.
• Create Python-based test tools to validate hardware performance.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers on circuit design and PCB development.
• Perform code reviews, maintain version control, and document software.
• Provide mentorship and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

C/C++ development

RTOS

Python

Git

Linux

Embedded systems

Multi-threading

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Xilinx FPGA

Altera FPGA

Cadence Allegro

Job description

Senior Electronics Engineer III – Embedded Systems

Saint Paul, MN | Direct Hire | $110,000-$125,000 (Flexible) + Bonus

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize embedded firmware solutions for microprocessor-based platforms.
• Develop robust C/C++ firmware supporting high-speed communication interfaces and peripheral systems.
• Configure and optimize real‑time operating systems (RTOS) to meet system performance and timing requirements.
• Support hardware integration efforts, including board bring‑up, troubleshooting, and debugging hardware‑to‑firmware interactions.
• Design diagnostic tools and automated Python‑based test solutions to validate hardware performance and system reliability.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers on circuit design, component selection, schematics, and PCB development.
• Perform code reviews, maintain version control standards, and support software documentation processes.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 4+ years of relevant embedded firmware engineering experience.
• Strong experience with C/C++ development in embedded environments.
• Experience with RTOS fundamentals, including multi‑threaded systems, interrupt handling, and real‑time scheduling.
• Experience with Python, Git, Linux, and embedded software development tools.
• Familiarity with FPGA development environments, including Xilinx or Altera platforms.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively across engineering teams.
• Ability to travel up to 5% domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Experience developing drivers or communication stacks for high‑speed protocols including Ethernet, PCIe, or USB‑C.
• Experience configuring and optimizing DDR3/DDR4/DDR5 memory controllers.
• Strong understanding of Verilog/HDL and FPGA interfaces including AXI, SPI, I2C, or custom protocols.
• Experience reviewing and troubleshooting Cadence Allegro schematics.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Discretionary profit‑sharing bonus opportunity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with Roth option
• Paid time off
• Life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

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