Sr. Embedded Software Development Engineer

Rite-Hite Digital Solutions Inc.; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Well-being program (extra day off)

401(k) retirement with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Rite-Hite Digital Solutions Inc. in Wisconsin seeks an experienced Embedded Firmware Engineer to design, develop, and maintain firmware for ARM MCUs, RTOS/bare-metal, and embedded Linux.

You will implement secure boot, OTA updates, MQTT networking, and reusable edge components across product families, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineers. 7+ years of hands-on embedded firmware experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering.
• 7+ years embedded firmware/software development.
• Strong C/C++ skills with RTOS/bare-metal experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, debug, and maintain C/C++ firmware for ARM microcontrollers, RTOS/bare-metal, and embedded Linux.
• Build reusable firmware and edge components across product families.
• Implement secure provisioning, authenticated communications, secure boot, OTA updates, and recovery mechanisms.
• Develop Linux edge applications and services, including IPC, networking, and distributed edge computing.
• Integrate firmware with edge compute, sensors, and device-management platforms.
• Develop automated unit/integration tests and support hardware-in-the-loop, system validation, and release readiness.
• Partner with architects and cross-functional teams on system interfaces and delivery.
• Mentor engineers, participate in code reviews, and improve development practices.

Skills

C/C++ programming

ARM microcontrollers

RTOS/bare-metal

Embedded Linux

Networking MQTT TCP/IP

Debugging & testing

Git version control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience

Tools

UART

SPI

I2C

GPIO

Linux build systems

Containers / IoT platforms

HIL testing

Job description

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Embedded Firmware Design and Development

• Develop, debug, and maintain C/C++ firmware for ARM microcontrollers, RTOS/bare-metal systems, and embedded Linux.
• Implement reusable drivers, bootloaders, interfaces, diagnostics, and configuration services.
• Translate requirements into software designs and test criteria while optimizing performance and reliability.

Platform Reuse and Product Delivery

• Build reusable firmware and edge components across product families, avoiding unnecessary software forks.
• Support board bring-up, hardware/software integration, and troubleshooting of connected equipment.

Safety, Cybersecurity, and Lifecycle

• Implement secure provisioning, authenticated communications, secure boot, OTA updates, and recovery mechanisms.
• Support cybersecurity, functional-safety considerations, traceability, and product certification activities.

Embedded Linux and Distributed Edge Computing

• Develop Linux edge applications and services, including IPC, networking, local messaging, and fault recovery.
• Integrate distributed devices, gateways, sensors, and cloud/mobile interfaces using MQTT, APIs, and appropriate protocols.
• Work with embedded Linux deployment, containerized services, and offline operation where appropriate.

Integration, Verification, and Release

• Integrate firmware with edge compute, SMART sensors, mobile experiences, and IoT/device-management platforms.
• Develop automated unit/integration tests and support hardware-in-the-loop, system validation, and release readiness.

Cross-Functional Technical Leadership

• Partner with architects and cross-functional teams on system interfaces, technical decisions, and integrated delivery.
• Mentor engineers, participate in code reviews, and help improve development practices.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role has no direct reports but provides senior-level technical leadership and mentoring.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of embedded firmware/software development and production product delivery.

Knowledge / Skill Requirements

• Strong C/C++ skills, real-time programming, debugging, and resource-constrained design.
• ARM microcontrollers, RTOS/bare-metal, board bring-up, and interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, and GPIO.
• Embedded Linux services, networking, IPC, and distributed edge computing.
• TCP/IP, MQTT, secure communications, Git, automated testing, and release practices.

Preferred Experience

• Industrial controls, connected sensors, or safety-related equipment.
• BLE, Wi‑Fi, Ethernet, cellular, PoE, CAN, RS-485, or Modbus.
• Linux build systems, containers, IoT platforms, or edge AI/vision integration.
• Secure boot, IEC 62443 practices, CI/CD, Python/shell, or hardware-in-the-loop testing.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Independent technical ownership, strong problem solving, and effective cross-functional collaboration.

What We Offer

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance.
• A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans.

We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.

Rite-Hite is a world leader in the manufacture, sale, and service of loading dock equipment, industrial doors, safety barriers, HVLS fans, industrial curtain walls, and more - all designed to improve safety, security, productivity, energy savings, and environmental control.

Watch Rite-Hite's Always Looking Ahead video below to learn more.