As a Senior Embedded Software Developer, you will be responsible for
• Design and implement safety- and security-critical embedded software for next-generation industrial Automation products.
• Operate across diverse hardware and software platforms, including commercial off-the-shelf systems, custom System-on-Chip architectures, and both general-purpose and embedded real-time operating systems.
• Lead the architectural and detailed design of product features and subsystems, coordinating efforts across development teams, system architects, product management, and marketing stakeholders.
• Work closely with development, functional test, and system test teams to define testable requirements, develop comprehensive test plans, and promote robust automated testing practices and technologies.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing within the development community.
• Leverage modern continuous integration and development tools to enhance engineering workflows and drive continuous improvement across a global development organization.
• Collaborate within an Agile team aligned to the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), contributing to the team’s overall health, predictability, and velocity, as well as supporting the broader Agile Release Train.
Qualification and Skill:
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Over 5+ years of hands-on experience in object-oriented analysis, design, and programming, with advanced proficiency in C++ for embedded systems.
• Extensive background in real-time embedded development across multiple platforms, including expertise in RTOS environments such as QNX and VxWorks.
• Proven track record of developing software compliant with safety and security standards like IEC 61508 and IEC 62443.
• Strong experience in building automated testing frameworks and tools using high-level languages such as Python.
• Deep understanding of software engineering principles and their application in complex, real-time systems.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols, especially Common Industrial Protocol (CIP).Solid in-depth knowledge of hardware communication technologies including Ethernet, USB, and PCI Express.
• Skilled in designing and implementing low-level embedded software components, including device drivers.
• Strong command of ARM processor architectures and their integration in embedded solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership in guiding small engineering teams, promoting technical excellence and collaborative problem-solving.
• Experienced in managing the full software development life cycle—from requirements analysis and design through implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Well-versed in Agile development methodologies, with practical experience in Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environments.
• Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with a strong commitment to cross-functional collaboration.
ABOUT Ztek:
Ztek Consulting Inc is a minority- and woman-owned business enterprise that leverages a unique blend of human talent, machine learning algorithms, and artificial intelligence to provide customized talent management solutions for clients. Ztek’s diversity-focused hiring models have proven successful, particularly in hiring veterans. The company's veteran-focused hiring and deployment program, Z-V.E.T, matches skilled veterans with clients' needs in various areas.
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