Senior Embedded Software Engineer-Innovation Team

Johnson Health Tech

Cottage Grove, WI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Consumer Electronics, Continuous Improvement, Datasheets, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Fitness, Global Branding, Hardware-Software Integration, I2C, Intellectual Property (IP), InterProcess Communication (IPC), Internet of Things, Java, JavaScript, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Network Protocols, Object Oriented Programming (OOP) Languages, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Development, Product Support, Proof of Concept, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, REST (Representational State Transfer), RS-232, RS-485, Rapid Prototyping, Realtime Operating System, Requirements Management, Schematics, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Administration, Software Development, Software Engineering, TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), Team Player, Technical Writing, UDP (User Datagram Protocol), USB, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Cottage Grove, WI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Description

Join Our Innovation Team:

At Johnson Health Tech, we develop innovative fitness technology and connected products used by customers around the world. Our KT Innovation team focuses on bringing new ideas to life through embedded software development, rapid prototyping, hardware integration, and next-generation product innovation.

We're looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to help design and develop technology that powers globally recognized fitness brands. In this role, you'll work closely with engineering, product, and manufacturing teams to bring new concepts from prototype to production in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, mentoring others, and driving innovation across both hardware and software platforms.

What You'll Do:

  • Develop embedded software solutions for innovative fitness equipment and connected technologies
  • Research, evaluate, and integrate new technologies, features, and product concepts into future products
  • Create proof-of-concept prototypes and collaborate with Product Management teams for refinement and development
  • Support new product development efforts by transitioning concepts into production-ready solutions
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, specifications, and design requirements
  • Troubleshoot complex software and hardware integration challenges
  • Collaborate with global engineering and manufacturing teams, including overseas development partners
  • Mentor and support less experienced engineers across development initiatives
  • Contribute to new intellectual property, product innovation, and technology advancements
  • Work in a fast-moving development environment focused on continuous improvement, iteration, and creative problem-solving

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Professional experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C++, C#, or Java
  • Professional experience with embedded software development using C/C++
  • Strong understanding of RTOS or bare-metal embedded systems
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python or JavaScript
  • Ability to read electronic schematics and component datasheets
  • Experience writing technical documentation and design specifications
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate across diverse engineering, product, and manufacturing teams
  • Ability and desire to mentor less experienced engineers

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Embedded Linux application, driver development, or OS build experience
  • Experience with networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, or REST APIs
  • Experience with communication protocols including CAN, USB, SPI, I2C, or RS232/RS485
  • Experience with hardware/software integration and connected devices
  • Consumer electronics, IoT, or fitness product development experience
  • Strong understanding of threading, synchronization, and inter-process communication
  • Experience working with overseas development or manufacturing teams

Additional Information:

  • This position is based onsite at our Cottage Grove, WI headquarters
  • International travel may be required approximately 1-2 times annually

Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation package and team-oriented environment with strong growth opportunities, including:

  • Health & Dental Insurance
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Product Discounts
  • Wellness Programs

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

About the Company

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Johnson Health Tech

Johnson Health Tech specializes in the design, production and distribution of award-winning exercise equipment under three key flagship fitness brands – Matrix, Vision and Horizon. Our North American office, located just outside of Madison, Wisconsin, houses our global product development and marketing team, as well as the sales and administration staff that services the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean.

Each our of brands is specifically designed and engineered to meet the unique need of the market it serves - from high end commercial to boutique specialty retail outlets or sporting goods stores and mass merchants. We strive to deliver the greatest value by providing the lowest total ownership across all channels. Our commitment to product innovation, superior quality and unmatched customer service has made JHT one of the largest and fastest-growing producers of fitness equipment in the world.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
WEBSITE
http://www.johnsonfitness.com/