Software Engineer - Embedded Development

Aerotech, Inc.•Pittsburgh, PA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Designs and develops embedded software for Aerotech’s motion control and high-precision automation products. Controller software runs within a Linux-based or Windows-based real-time operating system and uses an embedded DSP, ARM, or Intel processor. This is a hybrid position that requires working onsite at Aerotech’s Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania office as part of the hybrid schedule. As part of the engineer development program, the role includes short-term rotations in related engineering roles, typically in different departments. Rotations are arranged with the supervisor, taking employee interests and business needs into account when available.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
Zero to two years of relevant work experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Thorough knowledge of C or C++ programming.
Thorough knowledge of an object-oriented programming language, such as C++, C#, or Java.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Aerotech does not provide U.S. work authorization sponsorship; OPT and CPT visa holders are not eligible if they will need sponsorship at any time in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience or working knowledge in one or more of the following: robotics, path planning, or servo systems.
Experience or working knowledge of device drivers, real-time operating systems, or assembly code.
Experience or working knowledge of developing or debugging on a Linux-based platform.
Experience or working knowledge of compiler and interpreter design.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain embedded software features, including motion control and path planning, user program task scheduling, device driver development, network-device communication, multi-core software, and interfaces with operating systems and embedded hardware.
Collaborate with engineers to debug complex, time-critical problems, implement features, and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle.
Use critical thinking and mathematics to debug product problems and develop solutions.
Test new features and verify the proper operation of motion control products.
Provide and review technical documentation.
Adapt quickly to different technologies and project and product contexts.
Work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
Ensure software meets or exceeds Aerotech’s quality standards.