Embedded Software Engineer

RFA Engineering

$70K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering fields or equivalent experience.
  • Experience developing embedded software using C/C++ and/or MATLAB.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of embedded software development processes.
  • Ability to implement software requirements into code.
  • Familiarity with software development lifecycle.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software for vehicle control systems.
  • Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders during software development.
  • Develop embedded applications with C/C++ or MATLAB.
  • Implement software requirements into reliable code.
  • Participate in development activities for software validation and debugging.
  • Support software verification for quality and safety objectives.
  • Troubleshoot software issues using development tools.

Benefits

  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • TelaDoc Healthiest You
  • Supplemental Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Short-term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account options
  • Flexible Spending Plan for Dependent Care
  • Health Savings Account for medical expenses
  • Bonus Plan for exempt employees
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Education Assistance
Full Job Description
This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Embedded Software Engineer

In this role, you will collaborate with software developers, test engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders to design, develop, validate, and optimize embedded software for advanced vehicle systems. You will contribute to the development of steering and braking software for agricultural equipment, delivering high-quality features that enhance machine performance while supporting functional safety objectives.

Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software for steering and braking control systems.
  • Collaborate with software engineers, test engineers, and system stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Develop embedded applications using C/C++ and/or MATLAB.
  • Interpret and implement software requirements into reliable, maintainable code.
  • Participate in software integration, validation, debugging, and system tuning activities.
  • Support software verification to ensure functionality, quality, and functional safety objectives are achieved.
  • Troubleshoot software and system issues using appropriate development and diagnostic tools.
  • Participate in planning, prioritization, and continuous improvement activities within an Agile development environment.
  • Contribute to software documentation and technical reviews.
  • Support development and validation efforts on production hardware and prototype systems.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent professional experience).
  • Experience developing embedded software using C/C++ and/or MATLAB.
  • Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Experience working with embedded software development processes.
  • Ability to interpret and implement software requirements.
  • Understanding of software development lifecycle and software delivery processes.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative engineering team.

Desired Attributes
  • Experience with CAN J1939 communication protocol
  • Previous experience in a structured software development process
  • Ability to interpret hardware schematics for wiring and electronic controllers
  • Experience with CAN sniffers or similar tools to use for troubleshooting communication issues
  • Ability to interpret software requirements and state diagrams
  • Knowledge of common software development tools such as VSCode, Github, Docker, etc.
  • General machine knowledge of industrial equipment or machinery

Pay Range: $70,000-$120,000 - Commensurate with experience

Competitive Benefits
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • TelaDoc Healthiest You
  • Supplemental Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Short-term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
  • Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
  • HSA for Medical Expenses
  • Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Education Assistance

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