Lead Embedded Engineer - Houston, TX

We are seeking a hands-on Lead Embedded Engineer to serve as an on-site development lead while actively contributing to our technical projects. This role will bridge the gap between our development teams and enhance knowledge exchange while maintaining direct involvement in our hardware initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain our common code framework for embedded devices, developing core modules for internal clients while ensuring platform-agnostic principles
• Collaborate directly with onsite teams to improve communication efficiency and technical knowledge transfer across departments
• Manage multiple device build targets (BSPs) and optimize standard features across embedded systems
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members while remaining hands-on with development tasks
• Oversee implementation of communication protocols (UART, SPI, ETH, CAN/CAN-FD) and flash technologies (NAND, NOR)

Requirements

• Extensive experience with C/Modern C++ in embedded environments, particularly with ARM architectures and unit testing concepts
• Proven experience with FreeRTOS, CMake build systems, and Embedded Template Library (ETL)
• Strong knowledge of communication protocols, flash technologies, and platform abstraction principles
• Proficiency with Git version control and Azure DevOps in an Agile/Sprint environment
• Experience with Zephyr RTOS, Azure CI Pipelines, and/or CANopen/Emotas stack is highly valued
• Knowledge of Embedded Linux, including driver development is a plus

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Healthcare benefits
• Employee financial programs
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
• Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
• Global career opportunities
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
• EPAM Employee Groups
• Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn

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EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
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