Software Engineer - IV

Job: Software Engineer - IV

Location: Lynchburg, VA 24504

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer IV to design, develop, and deliver scalable, secure, and high-quality software solutions for next-generation digital and analytics platforms. This individual will take technical ownership of complex software initiatives, working closely with Product Management and cross-functional engineering teams to translate business and customer requirements into reliable enterprise-grade applications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Analyze software requirements to design an embedded software solution within the given resource constraints.
• Consult with hardware engineers and other engineering staff to determine functional requirements, to design software interfaces, and to provide support for hardware verification.
• Design, code, integrate, test, configure, and document complete system and software solutions.
• Stay up-to-date on current wireless, networking and processing technologies.
• Consult with customers concerning maintenance of software system.
• Clearly communicate and present designs and tradeoffs to development team, customers, and potential customers.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Provide inputs for budgetary quotes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required :

• Self-motivated, curious-minded, creative, innovative and flexible team player
• Technical bachelor's degree (BSEE or BSCS) from a four-year college or university, and at least ten years related experience required.
• Proficiency with C, C++ and Python.
• Experience with real-time embedded operating systems such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, etc.
• Experience with Linux
• Experience developing drivers, protocol stacks, and limited applications a plus.
• Must be a US citizen with no dual citizenships
• Must pass background check and drug screen to be successfully onboarded

Desired:

• Advanced degree in engineering, computer science or similar field.
• Experience with product development in standard areas such as APCO Project 25, cellular standards, Bluetooth, 802.11, WiMedia, 802.15.4, and/or TCP/IP networked products is a plus.
• Experience with UltraWideband (UWB) and other positioning technologies.
• Experience with DSPs, FPGAs and SoCs
• Experience with sensor networks.

Development Skills:

• The ability to work with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, protocol analyzers and emulators is essential.

Reasoning Ability:

• Candidate must possess the ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Innovative Thinking:

• Individual must display original thinking and creativity; meeting challenges with resourcefulness in a timely manner.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical requirements for this job are those required of a normal desk job in a typical office setting.