Firmware HWD/SFT RTOS Embedded Software Engineer

Associates Systems

  • Arvada, Colorado
  • 3 days ago

    Highlights

    This role is ideal for engineers with hands-on experience in embedded systems, including device drivers, kernel customization, bootloaders, and board bring-up, with a preference for experience with the Xilinx platform (experience with other platforms is also valued). As a member of our software team, you will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from product concept through production, participating in architecture design, implementation, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationArvada, Colorado

    Description

    • Embedded Software Engineer II with a strong background in embedded Linux development and the Yocto build system. This role is ideal for engineers with hands-on experience in embedded systems, including device drivers, kernel customization, bootloaders, and board bring-up, with a preference for experience with the Xilinx platform (experience with other platforms is also valued).
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    • As a member of our software team, you will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from product concept through production, participating in architecture design, implementation, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support. This role involves working closely with hardware, systems, and FPGA engineers, and provides opportunities for technical leadership and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

    JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Develop and port embedded Linux applications, device drivers, and libraries.
    • Configure, customize, and integrate the Linux kernel and embedded bootloaders (e.g., U-Boot).
    • Maintain and evolve the Yocto-based Linux build system within a CI/CD pipeline.
    • Package and deploy software images for diverse embedded hardware platforms.
    • Create tailored Linux distributions for specific embedded applications.
    • Collaborate across disciplines (firmware, hardware, systems) to ensure seamless system integration and performance.
    • Participate in design reviews and contribute to customer-facing technical documentation and proposals.

    JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
    • 2+ years of professional experience in embedded software development.
    • Proficiency in C or C++ for embedded systems.
    • Experience developing and debugging software on embedded hardware (e.g., power systems, motors, sensors).
    • Understanding of multi-threaded programming and resource-constrained environments.
    • Familiarity with version control, issue tracking, and peer review workflows.
    • DOD Secret preferred, US citizen a Must. 
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