R&D Software/Firmware Engineer

Agilent Technologies • Wilmington, DE

120d • $114,080 - $178,250

About The Position

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek -- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com. We are looking for a talented Software/Firmware Engineer to join our R&D group at our Little Falls (Wilmington), Delaware site, located midway between Baltimore and Philadelphia. There, we have 800 people inventing, designing, building, and marketing products that dominate the market for Chemical Analysis. Our products are frequently behind the headlines in the news, from environmental regulations to new drug discoveries to Homeland Security. As a Software/Firmware Engineer in Agilent's R&D group, you'll play a vital role in designing and developing next-generation solutions for our Gas Chromatograph, Automated Sample Handling, and Automated Sample Preparation products. You'll be involved in all aspects of the development lifecycle-from requirements and design to implementation and testing-for embedded software applications, libraries, and development tools. This is a hands-on, collaborative role. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams including software and firmware engineers, mechanical and electrical engineers, and chemists to create complete systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (C/C++)
• Experience with real-time control of hardware and embedded systems
• Development experience with microprocessors or microcontrollers for bare-metal applications
• Familiarity with device communication protocols such as TCP/IP, RS-232, and RS-485
• Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git, ClearCase)
• Integration of third-party libraries, software, or development tools
• Embedded Linux development experience
• Additional programming skills in Assembly, Python, C#, or Java
• Knowledge of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD) principles
• Experience with the .NET framework and Visual Studio
• Familiarity with databases and SQL
• Understanding of Agile or Waterfall development methodologies
• GUI development experience
• Exposure to FPGA development

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded software and supporting tools for R&D systems and instrumentation
• Translate product requirements into robust and scalable code
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create complete hardware/software systems
• Integrate and validate third-party tools and libraries
• Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts

Benefits

• Full-time equivalent pay range of $114,080.00 - $178,250.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees