Senior Software Engineer

About Us:

Data Panel is a small and dynamic subsidiary specializing in the design and manufacture of embedded electronic control systems for mobile equipment. Based in Plymouth, MN, Data Panel is a subsidiary of Murrelektronik, a global automation company based in Oppenweiller, Germany with US headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. Our control solutions can be found on and off-road in everything from utility and emergency vehicles to construction and agricultural machinery.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled embedded software engineer (based in or near Plymouth, MN) to be a hands-on contributor to our firmware engineering team. You will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining the software for our I/O modules and controllers used in mobile electrohydraulic systems. This position requires a strong understanding of embedded systems development, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to translate requirements from multiple stakeholders into robust, high-performance firmware solutions. You’ll be a key contributor to the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept through development and validation into production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Firmware development : Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware for our I/O modules and controller devices.
• Hardware/Software Integration : Integrate the firmware into new hardware platforms, utilizing technical documentation and debugging techniques to diagnose and resolve issues. Experience with tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers is highly desirable.
• Testing & Validation : Develop and execute thorough component, integration, and end-to-end tests to validate firmware functionality and performance in simulated and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments. Support other engineering teams performing product-level design verification.
• Requirements gathering : Work closely with electrical engineering, application engineering, and manufacturing teams to understand and translate functional requirements into detailed firmware specifications.
• Team Mentorship : Participate in team code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and alignment to established coding standards. Create and maintain clear and concise internal technical documentation.
• Professional Growth : Contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes and methodologies. Stay informed of industry trends and emerging technologies in embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and microcontroller development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience developing embedded systems
• Proficiency in embedded C programming
• Experience using embedded real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Comfortable working in a small, growing company, including the ability to identify conflicting requirements and resolve ambiguity
• Ability to read and understand component datasheets, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and other technical documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience developing embedded software engineering solutions
• Experience implementing or integrating application code on PLCs or mobile equipment controllers, particularly systems with CANopen or J1939 interfaces
• Experience developing embedded devices using Zephyr RTOS
• Experience generating customer-facing technical documentation
• Experience with other programming languages and environments, such as Python or desktop GUI applications

Work Hours:

• M-F Flexible

Work Location:

• Plymouth, MN (Onsite)