Role Information:
- Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer
- Work Location: Fully remote position, home office
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Employment Status: Exempt, salaried
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Must reside in the United States.
- We are not accepting applicants for remote workers in California, Illinois, and New York at this time.
Compensation:
Annual base salary of $103,000 - $129,000, depending on years of experience
Role Overview:
The Embedded Software Engineer designs, integrates and implements software of embedded devices and systems. Analyzes, studies and improves the efficiency and stability of the system. Executes a complete embedded software development lifecycle. Develops, codes, tests and troubleshoots the system software. Role responsibilities include software architecture design, building new applications, and maintaining and updating existing programs utilizing broad range embedded software and firmware.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supports company products with embedded software tools for data collection from a variety of sensors, developing and writing code for extraction of diagnostic features.
- Interfaces with hardware design and development and provides postproduction support when needed.
- Collaborates with customers, internal teams, and vendors to fix and improve products.
- Supports software quality assurance and optimizes I/O (input/output) performance.
- Debugs and optimizes new and existing code.
- Maintains and implements cybersecurity protocols as required, including code chain of custody and code security.
- Participates in code reviews to analyze and improve code written by other vendors or team members.
- Stays current with the latest industry developments, follows best practices in use of source control, and participates in code reviews.
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of education in computer science or related field
- 3+years of software development including C/C++ and/or python
- 3+ years of experience in Linux and/or real-time operating systems
- Project-based development experience.
- Experience integrating mechanical and electronic controls, understanding of instrumentation, control logic, safety integrated systems, and controls
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field
- 3+ years of experience in areas outlined above.
- Experience in the following areas:
- Modbus
- Python
- Qt
- GitHub
Other Qualifications:
- Successfully pass background check for cybersecurity access requirements.
- General Software development proficiency including C/C++ and python
- Designs, develops, and implements new algorithms and tools, specifically within, but not limited to the Linux operating system.
- Conducts routine and non-routine testing on existing algorithms to identify bugs and areas for optimization.
- Documents algorithm implementation, user requirements, and specifications.
- Must have the ability to follow patterns and build upon established models.
- Must have experience employing the scientific method of problem-solving.
- Must seek to understand and implement complex system designs.
- Must be able to estimate the time required to complete familiar tasks/projects properly.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
- Use version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaboration tools as part of the development workflow
Cybersecurity Role Expectations:
- Candidate will be responsible for reviewing policies and procedures related to cybersecurity and those relevant to the functions of their role.
- Candidate is expected to maintain a cybersecure work environment.
Benefits:
- Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
- Health Savings Account with Employer contributions
- 401(k) with Employer match
- Short-term & Long-term Disability Coverage
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
- Life Insurance Coverage
- 80 hours of Paid-Time-Off annually
- Eight paid holidays per year
- All other benefits required by applicable law
Skills Required
- 3+ years education in computer science or related field
- 3+ years software development including C/C++ and/or Python
- 3+ years experience in Linux and/or real-time operating systems
- Project-based development experience
- Experience integrating mechanical and electronic controls
What We Do
Cutsforth™ specializes in developing innovative new technologies and services to enhance plant asset management. We create mechanical, electrical, and software-based solutions to help plants monitor and maintain their critical equipment. Gain real-time insight into your machinery health through asset monitoring solutions and machinery upgrades. Cutsforth's knowledge and commitment to excellence drives our innovative solutions for the changing needs of our customers. Whether a quick response to a critical situation, or a new way of solving an old problem, our commitment to quality ensures our customers receive the best in class products and services---Cutsforth is the Power of Innovation.
