Embedded Software Engineer

Avanciers is seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer for an exciting opportunity with one of our Fortune 500 clients.

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Remote (USA) — Up to 20% travel within the U.S. and Canada

Duration: 6 months (Possibility of extension based on performance)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer (Level 4) with extensive experience in embedded systems development to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, coding, testing, and delivering embedded software solutions for memory-constrained systems.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded C/C++, BSP development, and Linux kernel/device driver optimization, along with prior team leadership experience and strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, code, and test embedded software to meet product and performance requirements.
• Analyze system and marketing requirements to create detailed technical specifications and software architecture documents.
• Develop and maintain unit tests, integration tests, and supporting documentation throughout the development lifecycle.
• Lead software development efforts across onshore and offshore teams, including code reviews, mentorship, and technical guidance.
• Develop and optimize Board Support Packages (BSP) and Linux device drivers.
• Tune and customize embedded Linux kernels for hardware-specific and low-power applications.
• Interpret and analyze electronic circuit schematics to inform software design decisions.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure software alignment with overall system architecture.
• Work within Agile/Scrum methodologies and CMMI-compliant processes for software development and delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 8–12 years of professional experience in embedded systems software development.
• Strong hands-on experience with embedded C and C++ programming.
• Proven experience developing software for memory-constrained embedded systems.

Advanced expertise in:

• Linux device driver development
• Embedded Linux optimization and tuning
• Board Support Package (BSP) development

Additional Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of team leadership experience (mentoring, code reviews, project guidance).
• Ability to read and interpret hardware schematics and datasheets.
• Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Preferred / Additional Skills

• Experience with ARM Cortex-A8 and Cortex-M3/M4 microprocessors.
• Knowledge of low-power design techniques for embedded Linux.
• Experience as a Scrum Master or within Agile Scrum teams.
• Familiarity with full SDLC and experience delivering embedded products to market.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex requirements into clear software designs.

Proficiency with:

• UML for software design
• Microsoft TFS, Visual Studio
• HP ALM, Git, Artifactory, Jenkins