Senior Embedded Software Engineer

SENIOR EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Department: Product Design Services 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Reports to: Operations Manager
Pay Range: $93,000 - $125,000 annually 
Location: Rochester, NY The Role: 
D3 Embedded is seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of software for embedded systems. This role involves architecting and implementing firmware solutions, debugging complex system issues, and ensuring high performance and reliability. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with embedded C/C++, real-time operating systems (RTOS), Linux operating systems (Ubuntu, Yocto, etc), microcontroller architectures, System on Chip SoC architectures, and low-level hardware interactions.

Strong problem-solving skills, leadership traits, and the ability to mentor junior engineers are essential. This position plays a critical role in driving innovation and advancing embedded technology in our products. 
The Responsibilities: 
All phases of the product development cycle including:  
requirements definition and architecture  
software design and development  
Software implementation  
hardware bring-up, software/hardware integration  
verification and validation, and customer support  
Embedded processors running real-time operating systems or Embedded Linux on custom electronics.   
Technical tasks including;   
assisting with board bring-up   
developing driver and application-level code   
system verification  
Conduct and oversee code reviews, unit testing, debugging, and software/hardware integration.  
Technical direction and leadership in a non-supervisory capacity for complex engineering projects 
Support project planning efforts including task definition and work effort.   
Develop and evaluate plans and criteria for various projects and activities you will do.  
Embedded Linux platforms  
Open-source Linux and associated SDKs  
GCC/GNU toolchain  
Developing & identifying tools / methods for better design reuse & process improvement 
Design reviews and technical oversight 
Coaching & mentoring less experienced engineers 
Additional Responsibilities: 
Other duties as assigned 

The Right Person Will Have: 
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering discipline and/or equivalent years of experience 
Minimum 5 years of experience in Embedded Software role 
Excellent problem solving & troubleshooting skills. 
Ability to read schematics and debug digital hardware using oscilloscope, logic analyzer, or similar tools for troubleshooting. 
Experience writing embedded device drivers 
Experience debugging embedded platforms 
Knowledge of embedded software and firmware development, including C and C++. 
Up to date experience with Embedded Linux platforms, configuration, board support package, kernel drivers, and device tree 
Experience using GIT version control system 
Experience developing with GCC/GNU toolchain 
Experience with embedded camera and video processing is desirable. 
Self-Driven personality 
Capable of a big picture, system-oriented approach 
Solid technical leadership skills 
Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
The Benefits: 
Competitive total compensation 
Medical and dental coverage 
Employer paid basic life, short-term disability, and identity theft coverage 
Voluntary vision, life, long-term disability, accident, critical illness coverage 
401k retirement contribution 
Paid holidays, time-off, and sick time 
Tuition assistance and employer paid professional development 
Flexible work schedules 
Remote opportunities available 
Complimentary snacks and beverages 
Employer sponsored social events 
The Company: 
Since our founding in 1999, D3 Embedded has driven innovation in high-performance embedded systems development. We leverage our expertise in autonomous machines, sensors, imaging, optics, edge computing, algorithms, robotics, and electrification to provide cutting-edge engineering design and low-volume manufacturing services. Headquartered in Rochester NY, we serve a global network of customers and are proudly connected with many technology leaders and Fortune 500 companies.

We are interested in bright, creative, and team-oriented individuals exhilarated by the opportunity to transform the world through frontier technologies. 
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.  D3 Embedded does not sponsor visas. For more information about D3 Embedded, please visit www.d3embedded.com. 
D3 Embedded is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider and hire applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. 
D3 Embedded participates in E-Verify, a federal program that confirms employment eligibility upon hire.