Senior Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Senior Software Engineer

About us:

LayerZero Power Systems, Inc. is a leader in power management products for mission and process critical business applications. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the transaction processing, financial, computer service provision and semiconductor manufacture sectors. LayerZero provides innovative products to ensure ultimately high uptime of computers, servers, routers, communication equipment and other critical equipment. LayerZero manufactures “Best in Class” Eproducts representing high-end industrial solutions. LayerZero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained, high double-digit growth, with a loyal base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers. To meet the challenge of growth and opportunities, LayerZero Power Systems is seeking additional Software Engineers to join the engineering team.

PURPOSE & RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will have direct responsibility for new product development projects and the processes that bring them to fruition. A Senior Software Engineer takes ownership of the full software life cycle from concept capture through end-of-life deprecation. Planning and process monitoring throughout the software life cycle are integral to the position’s responsibilities, as are specification, coding, testing and QA/QC of product. In addition to product development, a successful Senior Software Engineer acts as a role model and mentor for junior-level engineers, helping in guiding both their day-to-day contributions and their professional growth.

Embedded real-time software systems, communications, embedded databases, and human interfaces are all aspects of LayerZero’s core competency in software engineering. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to this broad range of software engineering disciplines. Excellence in customer communication is paramount to success in this role.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Work with customers, both within LayerZero and end users, to define and capture requirements.
• Develop software system architectures to realize complex requirements.
• Use state of the art software techniques to design applications for new products.
• Take ownership of and maintain existing software subsystems.
• Directly contribute to the addition of new features and bug fixes to new and existing systems.
• Develop in-depth understanding of complex SoC, DSP, FPGA, and similar components.
• Partition large development efforts into manageable projects that can be delegated to other software engineers.
• Develop testing strategies for complex, configurable applications.
• Manage product life-cycle trajectory.
• Participate in software code reviews via on-line tools.
• Enhance the new product development process.
• Mentor junior-level engineers.

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & EDUCATION:

• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Master of Science in Computer Engineering, Master of Science in Computer Science, or Ph.D. in the above disciplines
• A minimum of 10 years of success in full software lifecycle development from concept capture through end-of-life
• In-depth knowledge of C/C++ programming
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems, Linux, drivers, memory, processes, etc.
• In-depth knowledge of database tools such as MySQL.
• Working knowledge of web interface tools such as PHP, JavaScript, etc. .
• Working knowledge of scripting languages, e.g., Python, Bash, etc.
• Practical skill in design and construction of useful, real-world items
• Hands-on experience in embedded real-time software development with embedded Linux or other embedded OS.
• Success with integrated hardware/software co-design.
• Experience with embedded Linux build frameworks such as Yocto or Buildroot
• Experience with TCP/IP networking and industrial data communication protocols such as MODBUS/TCP, BACnet, and SNMP
• Expertise with project management and defect management tools
• Experience with Windows and Linux application development

Why Join Us? Our Benefits Make a Difference.

We believe great employees deserve great benefits designed to support health, financial well-being, professional growth, and family needs. Most of our core benefits are provided at no cost, reflecting our commitment to investing in the well-being of our team.

• $0 cost Dental Insurance
• $0 cost Vision Insurance
• $0 cost Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• $0 cost Life Insurance with additional buy up options
• Medical Plan Choices, including one no cost medical option plus two additional buy up plan options
• $0 cost Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support services
• Employer Health Savings Account Contributions to help offset health expenses
• Retirement Plan Options with generous employer matching contributions
• Paid Parental Leave to support your growing family

Why You Will Love Working with Us

• Impact: Develop your skills and expertise in a rapidly growing industry, with your work directly influencing the success of mission critical projects.
• Innovation: Immerse yourself in an environment that celebrates forward thinking and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative Spirit: Work closely with engineers, marketers, and other professionals to bring ideas to life.
• Grow With Us: We are committed to your personal and professional development, offering endless opportunities to improve your skills and advance your career.

At LayerZero, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.