The Opportunity: The Principal Embedded Software Engineer will lead the firmware design, implementation
and test aspects of New Product Development programs (NPD) and Sustaining products
throughout their entire lifecycle. The chosen candidate will own the software architecture
and design execution, along with processes, tools, and metrics used for new product
development and on-going sustaining programs.
Key Responsibilities: - Translate high-level concepts into robust, maintainable firmware architectures.
- Capture and document requirements and rationale for regulated products to ensure
traceability and compliance.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to define and implement hardware/firmware
integration strategies and diagnostic coverage.
- Work with Product Owners and stakeholders using Agile practices to maintain
alignment and transparency throughout the development lifecycle.
- Adhere to and champion development processes, lead technical reviews, and
implement source code that meets product requirements and complies with coding
standards.
- Ensure all code is well-documented, rigorously tested, and version-controlled.
- Perform unit testing using tools such as IDEs, debuggers, emulators,
communication analyzers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
- Provide work breakdown plans and task estimates to support project planning and
tracking.
- Contribute to product roadmap planning, identify competency and resource gaps,
and implement plans to close the gaps.
- Develop metrics to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Support multiple product development programs simultaneously.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies throughout the firmware
development lifecycle.
Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer
- Science, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience developing embedded software/firmware using C/C++.
- 3+ years of experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
Preferred Qualifications: - Background in regulated industries (e.g., medical, industrial safety, automotive).
- Skilled in using firmware debugging tools such as JTAG/SWD debuggers,
oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers (e.g., UART, I2C, SPI,
- Ethernet).
- Proven ability to deliver firmware across the full development lifecycle-from
requirements capture to design, implementation, and validation.
- Proficient in Agile development and DevOps tools such as Git, CI/CD pipelines, and
automated testing frameworks.
- Experience contributing to FMEAs and implementing risk mitigation strategies in
firmware.
- Strong communication and writing skills for collaboration with project stakeholders
(Product Managers, Customers, and other Engineers).
- Skilled in collaborating with other engineers to distill market needs into defined
technical requirements and system/subsystem/module architectures.
- Self-motivated with a proven track record of leading process improvement efforts.
Benefits: At Det-Tronics, we believe in taking care of our people. Our comprehensive benefits
package includes:
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with company
contributions
- Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, life and disability
insurance
- Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO), holidays, and flexible scheduling options
- Professional Growth: Career development programs, training opportunities, and
tuition reimbursement
- Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness resources, and
global mobility support
- Ownership Culture: Participation in our Ownership Program, empowering employees to share in our success
