Embedded Software Engineer III

Gentry Professional Services • Rolling Meadows, IL

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About The Position

In this role you will design, implement, and integrate embedded software that runs on target hardware in a real-time environment. You will work in C++11 alongside systems, hardware, and test engineers to take capabilities from requirements through integration and formal verification. This is hands-on work, expect to spend real time in the lab with the hardware, not just in the IDE.

Requirements

• STEM degree.
• Experience with object-oriented programming in C++11.
• Experience testing, debugging, and integrating embedded software on target hardware using a real-time operating system.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• BS in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience testing, debugging, and integrating embedded software on target hardware using VxWorks.
• Working knowledge of scripting languages (Python, batch, and similar).
• Experience with software development methodologies and frameworks such as Agile in a team environment.
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork capability, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C++11 for real-time systems supporting EW and RF applications.
• Integrate and debug software on target hardware, working directly with processors, interfaces, and lab test equipment.
• Develop and execute unit, integration, and regression tests, and troubleshoot issues down to the hardware/software boundary.
• Build and maintain scripts and tooling (Python, batch, and similar) to automate builds, test execution, and data reduction.
• Translate system and software requirements into designs, and document interfaces, design decisions, and test results.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and peer design reviews as a contributing member of a software team.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and test engineering to resolve integration issues and support formal verification events.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and help improve team development, build, and test practices.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling where available
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Healthcare savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Performance-based bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed