SDK/Platform Engineer

Afference Inc•Cleveland, OH

4d•$147,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are neuroscientists who build ground-breaking technology for the spatial computing era. We stimulate nerves to create artificial tactile sensations, creating new, more meaningful connections to the user for notifications, 3D digital content, physical AI, health information, and beyond. Our first products will be mobile, wearable devices that stream haptic data from multiple digital sources to create meaningful sensations of touch.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
3–5 years of professional experience in software development, firmware development, SDK development, embedded systems, or a closely related technology domain.
Demonstrated experience developing and supporting software development kits (SDKs), software platforms, APIs, libraries, or developer-facing tools.
Strong understanding of software architecture, development methodologies, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
Experience working at the software/firmware interface, including diagnosing and resolving integration issues.
Strong programming and software development skills in one or more relevant languages such as C, C++, Python, Java, or similar, depending on the product environment.
Experience developing and executing software testing and validation protocols.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently investigate complex technical issues and determine practical solutions.
Demonstrated ability to take ownership of complex technical objectives and drive them through execution.
Ability to provide technical leadership and influence development decisions without necessarily having direct people-management responsibility.
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with software, firmware, development, engineering, leadership, and external vendors.
Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to software quality, reliability, and performance.
Ability to assess technical risks and understand the potential impact of engineering decisions on product schedules, costs, system performance, and business objectives.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical concepts and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience evaluating technologies, development approaches, tools, or external vendors is highly desirable.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment where technical decisions can have a significant impact on product development timelines and business outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Experience evaluating technologies, development approaches, tools, or external vendors is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software and SDK platforms, including integration and interfacing with firmware.
Provide technical leadership for software and SDK initiatives that support product development and organizational strategy.
Work independently on complex technical objectives with guidance from the Director of Software.
Develop robust software and SDK architectures and solutions aligned with company and product goals.
Collaborate with software, development, firmware, and cross-functional teams to define technical requirements, priorities, deliverables, and timelines.
Troubleshoot complex software, SDK, and firmware integration issues and drive issues through root-cause analysis and resolution.
Develop, implement, and improve software and SDK testing protocols, validation procedures, and troubleshooting methodologies.
Partner with the Director of Software to identify appropriate test strategies and provide technical guidance on test protocols.
Evaluate technical approaches, tools, technologies, and vendors; support vendor evaluation and selection as needed.
Translate technical findings and development results into clear recommendations for technical and business stakeholders.
Identify technical risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies to protect product quality, performance, cost, and schedule.
Maintain a high level of technical quality, documentation, accuracy, and attention to detail throughout the development lifecycle.
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to other software and development team members as appropriate.
Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure technical execution remains aligned with department objectives and broader business goals.
Help establish and maintain development practices that promote scalability, reliability, maintainability, and high-quality SDK deliverables.
Other duties as assigned