REMOTE: Embedded Software Engineer

Actalent Inc

Houston, TX(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$65 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Atlassian JIRA, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Candidate Screening, Consulting, Debugging Skills, Design Services, Embedded Software, Forensic Science, Genetics, Identify Issues, Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR)\Laser Detection and Ranging (LADAR), Problem Solving Skills, Road Tests, Schedule Development, Software Engineering, Startup, Technical/Engineering Design
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
4 days ago

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

Join a dynamic team dedicated to conducting events, situations, and public road tests. The team operates 24/7, executing planned activities within vehicles and providing critical context for real-time situations. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to engage with live data, troubleshoot, and enhance vehicle operation systems.

Responsibilities

  • Execute missions and scheduled activities within vehicles, providing context for real-time situations.
  • Support schedule management for vehicles, including operations throughout the day and late evenings.
  • Triages issues that arise in robotic mode and manage start-up and deployment of software each day.
  • Debug and triage issues, ensuring logs are retrieved and processed efficiently.
  • Write and manage Jira tickets to resolve issues with detailed context and analysis.

Essential Skills

  • 3-5 years of industry experience in testing, system triage, defect tracking, and impact analysis.
  • Proficiency in ADAS technologies including Camera, Lidar, Radar, and Ultrasonic sensors.
  • Experience with Jira for defect tracking and issue resolution.
  • Strong critical thinking skills and a "detective mindset" for forensic analysis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Knowledge of ROS logs and analysis.
  • Experience with lane assist, drive assist testing, and self-driving technology.
  • Familiarity with creating detailed Jira tickets with screenshots and analysis using tools like Fox Glove.

Work Environment

This position offers a fully remote work environment, providing flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere. Join a team with opportunities for growth and upward mobility as the team expands throughout the year.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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