Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Ambrell Corporation•Rochester, NY

49d

About The Position

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll architect firmware for ARM-based systems running FreeRTOS, lead VHDL development for Lattice processors, and guide our toolchain (Jira, GitHub, CI/CD) development tasks. You’ll oversee software design tool development and lead a team of 3-4 engineers based in Rochester, New York driving induction heating solutions. We seek a self-starter with a strong work ethic, agile mindset, and leadership skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
5-10 years of experience in firmware development for embedded systems.
Expert-level C programming for real-time, resource-constrained systems.
Deep experience with RTOS and peripheral interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART).
Proven knowledge of hardware debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG) and Git.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and project management tools (e.g., Jira).
Strong leadership, mentorship, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Nice To Haves

Strong expertise in VHDL and FPGA development.
Expertise with Lattice Diamond or similar FPGA design tools.
Experience with industrial communication standards (e.g., Modbus, CAN, Ethernet/IP).
Knowledge of power electronics, control systems, or signal processing.
Familiarity with developing software design tools or automation frameworks.
Experience leading Scrum teams or facilitating agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

Architect, develop, and optimize C code for complex embedded systems on ARM processors with FreeRTOS or similar operating systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and power efficiency.
Recommend system components and frameworks for next generation platforms
Maintain through documentation for software, ensuring clarity for both current and future projects.
Lead VHDL design and updates for Lattice processors to support FPGA-based critical functions.
Spearhead the setup of Jira, GitHub, and CI/CD pipelines for secure, efficient workflows.
Develop and deploy software design tools to enhance team productivity and development processes.
Debug and troubleshoot complex firmware issues using tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG.
Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and enforce best practices for high-quality code.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define system requirements, develop software architecture, and ensure seamless hardware-firmware integration.
Stay current with industry trends to drive innovation in firmware and tool development.