Senior Software Engineer

LayerZero Power Systems, Inc.; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance ($0 cost)

Vision Insurance (no cost)

Short/Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance with buy up option

Medical plan options including no-cost

Employee Health Savings Account

Retirement plan with employer matching

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

LayerZero Power Systems, Inc. in Aurora, OH seeks a Sr. Software Engineer to own the full software lifecycle from concept to deprecation. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with customers and end users to capture requirements, design applications, and implement features.

Responsibilities include testing strategy development, code reviews, and hands-on embedded RTOS/Linux development for diverse SoC/DSP/FPGA platforms, with occasional on-site client work.

Qualifications

• 8+ years full software lifecycle experience required.
• C/C++ programming expertise required.
• Strong knowledge of Linux, drivers, memory, processes.
• Proficient with MySQL databases.
• Web tech skills: PHP, JavaScript.
• Scripting with Python/Bash required.
• Real-world design and construction experience.
• Embedded RTOS development with embedded Linux experience required.
• Hardware/software co-design experience desirable.
• Yocto/Buildroot or similar build systems desirable.
• Experience with MODBUS/TCP, BACnet, SNMP is a plus.
• Project and defect management tooling familiarity desirable.
• Windows and Linux app development experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define and capture requirements with customers and end users.
• Design applications using state-of-the-art software techniques.
• Own and maintain existing software subsystems.
• Add features and fix bugs in new and existing systems.
• Develop deep understanding of SoC, DSP, FPGA components.
• Create testing strategies for complex configurable apps.
• Manage product life-cycle trajectory.
• Participate in code reviews via online tools.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide growth.
• Occasionally work on customer sites for integration/support.

Skills

C/C++

Linux OS

Embedded Linux

Networking

Co-design

Education

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master of Science in Computer Engineering

Master of Science in Computer Science

Ph.D. in related disciplines

Tools

MySQL

Yocto/Buildroot

PHP

JavaScript

Python

Bash

Job description

• THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION LOCATED IN AURORA, OHIO***

Description

• THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION LOCATED IN AURORA, OHIO***

About Us

LayerZero Power Systems LLC. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission-critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the data center (our main focus), financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors. LayerZero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers.

Position Description: Sr. Software Engineer

The successful candidate will have direct responsibility for new product development projects and the processes that bring them to fruition. A Senior Software Engineer takes ownership of the full software life cycle from concept capture through end-of-life deprecation. Planning and process monitoring throughout the software life cycle are integral to the position’s responsibilities, such as specification, coding, testing, and QA/QC of the product. In addition to product development, a successful Senior Software Engineer acts as a role model and mentor for junior-level engineers, helping in guiding both their day-to-day contributions and their professional growth. Embedded real-time software systems, communications, embedded databases, and human interfaces are all aspects of LayerZero’s core competency in software engineering. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to this broad range of software engineering disciplines. Excellence in customer communication is paramount to success in this role.

Requirements

Primary Duties

• Work with customers, both within LayerZero and end users, to define and capture requirements.
• Use state of the art software techniques to design applications for new products.
• Take ownership of and maintain existing software subsystems.
• Directly contribute to the addition of new features and bug fixes to new and existing systems.
• Develop in-depth understanding of complex SoC, DSP, FPGA, and similar components.
• Develop testing strategies for complex, configurable applications.
• Manage product life-cycle trajectory.
• Participate in software code reviews via on-line tools.
• Enhance the new product development process.
• Mentor junior-level engineers.
• Occasional need to work at customer site for short periods, for example during system integration and acceptance, or when providing consultancy services.

Experience & Skills

• A minimum of 8 years of success in full software lifecycle development from concept capture through end-of-life – Required.
• In-depth knowledge of C/C++ programming – Required.
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems, Linux, drivers, memory, processes, etc. – Required.
• In-depth knowledge of database tools such as MySQL. – Required.
• Working knowledge of web interface tools such as PHP, JavaScript, etc. – Required.
• Working knowledge of scripting languages, e.g., Python, Bash, etc. – Required.
• Practical skill in design and construction of useful, real-world items – Required.
• Hands-on experience in embedded real-time software development with embedded Linux or other embedded OS. -- Required.
• Success with integrated hardware/software co-design. -- Desired.
• Experience with embedded Linux build frameworks such as Yocto or Buildroot – Desired.
• Experience with TCP/IP networking and industrial data communication protocols such as MODBUS/TCP, BACnet, and SNMP Desired.
• Expertise with project management and defect management tools – Desired.
• Experience with Windows and Linux application development – Desired.

Education

• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Master of Science in Computer Engineering, Master of Science in Computer Science or a Ph.D. in these disciplines would be highly desired

Why Join Us? Our Benefits Make a Difference.

• $0 cost Dental Insurance
• $0 cost Vision Insurance
• $0 cost Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• $0 cost Life Insurance with additional buy up options
• Medical Plan Choices, including one no cost medical option plus two additional buy up plan options
• $0 cost Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support services
• Employer Health Savings Account Contributions to help offset health expenses
• Retirement Plan Options with generous employer matching contributions
• Paid Parental Leave to support your growing family

Why You Will Love Working with Us

• Impact: Develop your skills and expertise in a rapidly growing industry, with your work directly influencing the success of mission critical projects.
• Innovation: Immerse yourself in an environment that celebrates forward thinking and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative Spirit: Work closely with engineers, marketers, and other professionals to bring ideas to life.
• Grow With Us: We are committed to your personal and professional development, offering endless opportunities to improve your skills and advance your career.

At LayerZero, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.