Software Dev Engineer IV

Apex Systems; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

HSA

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems seeks a Software Dev Engineer IV to design, develop, and test software for drone systems, focusing on sensor integration and embedded applications in a Linux environment.

The role emphasizes ownership of testing processes, verification and validation strategies, and clear reporting of results. Expect hands-on work with multi-threaded C++/Python, RTOS (Yocto), and hardware integration.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mathematics, or a related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in related roles (Test Engineer, Systems Engineer, Software Engineer, or Embedded Systems Engineer).
• Experience testing software solutions prior to launch, developing and executing test plans, and working independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, test, and document software for drone systems.
• Utilize multi-threaded programming in C++ and Python in a Linux environment.
• Work with real-time operating systems (RTOS), including Yocto, and kernel interfaces.
• Establish verification and validation (V&V) thresholds and strategy.
• Develop and execute test plans for new features and products.
• Report on test results and produce documentation.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

RTOS

Multithreading

Embedded Systems

Education

BS in Computer Science / Computer or Electrical Engineering / Robotics / Mathematics

Tools

Yocto

Linux

RTOS

Job description

Job Details

Job#: 3044941

Job Description:

Software Dev Engineer IV

Location: Seattle, Washington (Onsite)

COMPENSATION: $75 - $83 HOURLY

Role Overview

This role involves the design, development, implementation, and testing of software for drone systems. The focus will be on sensor integration and embedded applications. The position requires ownership of the testing process for new features and products, from establishing verification and validation strategies to executing test plans and reporting results. The work involves testing complex sensing systems and producing comprehensive documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, test, and document software for drone systems.


• Utilize multi-threaded programming in C++ and Python in a Linux environment.


• Work with real-time operating systems (RTOS), including Yocto, and kernel system call interfaces.


• Establish verification and validation (V&V) thresholds and strategy.


• Develop and execute test plans for new features and products.


• Report on test results and produce comprehensive, usable documentation.


• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mathematics, or a related field is required.

Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in the job offered or in related occupations such as Test Engineer, Systems Engineer, Software Engineer, or Embedded Systems Engineer is necessary. Experience must include testing software solutions prior to launch, test plan development and execution, and working independently.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in multi-threaded and distributed programming in C++ or Python on Linux is required. Experience with embedded systems development, hardware integration, and real-time operating systems (RTOS) is also necessary. Strong technical writing skills are essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotics navigation and sensor integration.


• Familiarity with AWS pipeline development.

Benefits Overview

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

ADA Accommodation

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