Distributed Intelligence - SDK Software Developer

Itron, Inc.

Liberty Lake, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

ARM (Advanced RISC Machine), Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Bash Scripting, C Compilers, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, CMake, Cloud Computing, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, Debugging Tools, Ecosystems, Electrical Components, Embedded Systems, Energy Management, File Maintenance, GDB (Gnu Debugger), GNU C Compiler, Genetics, Git, Hardware Administration, Linux Operating System, Medical Conditions, Microsoft Windows Azure, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Programming Languages, Programming Tools, Quality Management, Resource Management, SQLite, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Agents, Software Development, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Integration (SI), Team Player, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Ubuntu, XML (EXtensible Markup Language)

LOCATION

Liberty Lake, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.

Distributed Intelligence (DI) is transforming how sensor devices and electricity metering support the modern grid. Join our fastpaced, collaborative, and diverse team to help innovate at the edge-building technology that empowers utilities and communities around the world.We are seeking a DI SDK Software Developer who is passionate about building reliable, efficient, and scalable C/C++ solutions. In this role, you will enhance and support the Itron DI-SDK, a software development kit enabling intelligent agents to run on electric meters and sensor devices. You will work closely with an innovative, customercentric development team to design new features, optimize performance, and ensure the SDK remains robust across multiple embedded platforms. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex system-level challenges, thrives in a collaborative environment, and takes accountability for delivering high-quality results.Duties & Responsibilities
Enhance, maintain, and optimize the C/C++based DISDK to ensure performance, efficiency, and stability across platforms.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment to design, develop, test, and deploy new SDK features aligned with customer needs.
Work with ARMbased crosstoolchains and embedded targets to ensure compatibility across diverse architectures.
Write, improve, and maintain CMake configuration files to streamline multi-platform build processes.
Debug, test, and document code in both emulated environments and Itron meter hardware to support reliable field performance.
Create and update bash scripts to automate workflows, support toolchain management, and improve developer efficiency.
Analyze and modify XML files for SDK configuration and system integration.
Understand and support execution of DI agents within Linux Containers (LXC) for both build and runtime environments.
Uphold a collaborative and accountable team culture, contributing innovative ideas that improve product quality and customer outcomes.

Required Skills & Experience
Proficiency in C and C++, with strong understanding of objectoriented and systemlevel programming.
Strong debugging, analytical thinking, and problemsolving skills in both software and hardware contexts.
Experience using GCC or other C/C++ compilers.
Familiarity with bash scripting for automation, build processes, and version control workflows (Git).
Exposure to cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure.
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.
Demonstrated ability to work authentically and collaboratively within a team, supporting agile processes and iterative development.

Preferred Skills & Experience
Experience with embedded crosstoolchains, especially for ARM or similar architectures.
Understanding of constrained or resourceshared embedded environments.
Strong knowledge of CMake and automated build systems.
Prior experience contributing to SDK, API, or platform development.
Familiarity with Linuxbased development tools and utilities, including GNU Debugger, Valgrind, and containerized environments.
A track record of innovation, continuous learning, and customerfocused solution development.

Technologies Used in This Role
Programming Languages: C, C++
Compilers & Toolchains: GCC, crosstoolchains (ARM and other embedded architectures)
Build & Configuration Tools: CMake, XML configuration
Scripting & Automation: Bash scripting
Databases & Libraries: sqlite3, pthreads
Operating Systems & Environments: Ubuntu, Linux commandline tools and utilities
Embedded & Container Technologies: Linux Containers (LXC), glibc, uclibc, musl
Debugging & Performance Tools: GNU Debugger (GDB), Valgrind
Version Control: Git
Development Ecosystem: Linuxbased development environments for building, testing, and deploying DI SDK components

This position offers the opportunity to work on the cutting-edge Itron DI-SDK, used to develop agents that run on Itron sensor devices all over the world.Benefits Info:This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more!

Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.

Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com

Itron is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or other characteristics protected by law.

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