Embedded Engineer

Embedded Software EngineerSoftware Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Embedded Software Engineer for a direct hire opportunity with one of our premier clients in Oshkosh, WI. We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to lead the design and development of next-generation connected vehicle technologies for mission-critical mobile equipment. This individual will serve as a technical leader while remaining hands-on in software architecture, development, integration, and validation. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in embedded Linux, C/C++, connected vehicle technologies, and telematics, with a passion for building scalable, secure, and reliable embedded software solutions. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams and hands-on testing within vehicle environments to ensure software performs reliably in real-world operating conditions.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain embedded software for connected vehicle solutions.Build features supporting telematics, edge computing, remote diagnostics, over-the-air (OTA) software updates, vehicle network integration, and video recording/streaming capabilities.Develop high-quality, production-ready software using modern embedded development practices.Provide technical leadership while remaining actively involved in software development.Define software architecture and establish engineering standards that promote scalability, security, reliability, maintainability, and performance.Mentor engineers and champion engineering best practices throughout the development lifecycle.Drive architecture decisions and design reviews.Promote clean, modular, and reusable software design using established design patterns.Ensure software quality through code reviews, testing strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives.Support Agile development by improving backlog readiness, removing technical roadblocks, and ensuring predictable sprint and release execution.Partner with Product Owners and engineering leadership to deliver high-quality solutions on schedule.Perform hands-on software testing, troubleshooting, and validation within heavy-duty vehicles and truck platforms.Validate software functionality under real-world operating conditions in manufacturing facilities and field environments.Work closely with embedded, cloud, front-end, systems, and product engineering teams.Resolve complex technical challenges across multiple disciplines to ensure successful end-to-end solution delivery.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience.8+ years of embedded software development experience using C and C++.Experience developing and testing applications on Embedded Linux platforms.Strong understanding of software architecture, embedded design patterns, and software engineering best practices.Experience with networking protocols including TCP/IP and UDP.Proven technical leadership experience while remaining hands-on in software development.Experience developing connected vehicle, telematics, or mobile asset platforms that include:Cloud-connected architecturesCellular communicationsRemote diagnosticsOver-the-Air (OTA) software updatesFleet management technologiesAbility and willingness to perform hands-on testing inside vehicle cabs, manufacturing environments, and customer locations.Willingness to travel occasionally for customer support and field validation activities.Preferred QualificationsExperience with Rust for embedded software development.Experience with automotive or heavy-duty vehicle communication protocols including:CANJ1939Experience developing portable software across multiple embedded hardware platforms.