Embedded Software Engineer

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Sioux Falls, SD or Oak Brook, IL

Experience: 7+ Years

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with strong expertise in C++ development on Linux-based embedded systems . The ideal candidate will design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software applications, including touch screen and HMI solutions, while working closely with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software applications using C++14/C++17 .
• Develop software for Linux-based embedded systems and touch screen interfaces.
• Implement and optimize multithreaded applications for performance and reliability.
• Apply object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns in software development.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects across development and production environments.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, QA, and product teams to define and implement software requirements.
• Maintain source code using Git and track development activities in Jira .
• Participate in code reviews, software integration, testing, and release activities.
• Support software maintenance, feature enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical design discussions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong programming skills in C++14/C++17 .
• Hands-on experience with Linux operating systems and embedded Linux environments.
• Solid understanding of multithreading , synchronization, and concurrent programming.
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts and software design principles.
• Experience with Git for version control and Jira for issue tracking.
• Excellent debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing embedded HMI or touch screen applications.
• Familiarity with embedded systems architecture and hardware/software integration.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Leadership or mentoring experience in software engineering teams.

Technical Skills

• Languages: C++, C++14, C++17
• Operating Systems: Linux, Embedded Linux
• Concepts: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Multithreading, Concurrent Programming
• Tools: Git, Jira
• Development: Embedded Software, Debugging, Testing, Software Integration, Agile Methodologies