As a Senior Embedded Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software and firmware that run directly on devices, such as embedded systems, IoT devices, or mobile platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, firmware developers, and product managers, to deliver robust and efficient solutions. Your expertise in software development and device-specific optimization will be essential in creating high-quality software that meets stringent performance and resource constraints.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop software and firmware that run directly on devices, focusing on security, performance, efficiency, and reliability.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers and firmware developers to define software requirements and ensure seamless integration with device capabilities.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, following best practices and coding standards.
- Optimize software for specific device platforms, considering factors such as memory usage, power consumption, and processing capabilities.
- Conduct thorough testing and debugging of software on devices, identifying and resolving any issues or performance bottlenecks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements, propose technical solutions, and estimate project timelines.
- Stay up to date with the latest trends, tools, and techniques in software development for embedded systems and mobile platforms.
- Ensure best security practices are followed throughout the software lifecycle.
- Ensure compliance with software development methodologies, version control, and documentation standards.
- Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality, share knowledge, and promote best practices within the team.
- Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members, fostering their professional growth.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years’ proven experience as a Software Engineer, with a focus on developing software for embedded systems, IoT devices, or mobile platforms.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Java, or Python, with experience in low-level programming for resource-constrained environments.
- Solid understanding of software development principles, including data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.
- Proven experience with device-specific optimization techniques and performance profiling tools.
- Proven experience with security-by-design, security audits and reviews, threat modeling, and mitigation of common security risks.
- Familiarity with embedded systems development, including hardware interfaces, device drivers, and real-time operating systems.
- Knowledge of mobile platform development, such as Android or iOS, and associated frameworks and tools.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues and provide effective solutions.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with a passion for delivering high-quality software.
- Reside within the Detroit, Michigan area or nearby, with the ability to work in a hybrid environment and regularly commute to our Detroit office as needed.
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- Retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Generous Paid Time Off, Sick, and Holidays
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Compensation Range
Compensation may vary depending on skills and experience.
Base Salary: $98,000 - $138,000
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: At Canopy, we're on a mission to end theft from vehicles and revolutionize vehicle security by building cutting-edge technology. We will achieve this by prioritizing individuals and staying attuned to the evolving needs of our people, users, and industry trends. We foster a workplace culture that embraces diversity and authenticity, enabling us to flourish as a team of exceptional individuals working towards a common purpose. We gain a deeper understanding of our users' experiences by continuously improving our skills and expanding our knowledge. A more diverse, equitable, and inclusive Canopy leads to greater innovation and success.
Equal Opportunity: Canopy does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
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What We Do
Canopy is a brand new company with a unique mission, solving for one of the biggest and growing challenges vehicle owners face – the threat of theft. A start-up with a compelling proposition, patented cutting edge AI technology, and a unique layer of expert monitoring from security specialists, we’re backed by Ford. Together, we’re determined to help vehicle owners stay one step ahead of potential threats by warning them before they happen. Our next step is to take our service to market and write the next big security technology success story. We’re all in. Are you?
