Software Engineer

SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard? We have multiple openings for Software Engineers to work on site at our client in the Chicago suburbs. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in modern C++ development, experience working in embedded or system-oriented environments, and a solid understanding of structured software development practices. You are comfortable working across disciplines, applying system-level thinking, and contributing to software solutions that support reliable and scalable products.


Who we are:
LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering talent. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges. Learn more about us at (3) LER TechForce: Life | LinkedIn

What you will be doing:
You will work closely with cross-functional and global teams to architect backend APIs, ensure data consistency across distributed systems, and support seamless integration between applications. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, real-world problems while applying modern software engineering practices in an agile environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, develop, and maintain a C++ and Qt based project for embedded in-vehicle operator interface.
• Create and maintain software architecture/design and public interface documentation for internal teams.
• Work with internal application software teams on deployment/troubleshooting, guidelines and best practices.
• System level thinking and problem solving, ability to connect software design with system constraints and customer scenarios.
• Determine purpose, application, estimate scope and feasibility of new or enhancement of existing software.
• Coordinate engineering efforts and provide general engineering assistance to internal teams or external customers.
• May provide or assist with demo or training needs as it relates to new or existing software.
• Demonstrates support for company culture in their daily actions and behaviors.

What you'll need to be successful:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience, with Bachelors' degree. (Minimum of 1 year of experience with Master's degree.) Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ years of experience with C++, preferably in an Linux embedded system.
• Strong proficiency with modern C++ is required (e.g. C++17 standard).
• Software configuration CI/CD and build experience is a plus.
• Experience with CAN/J1939 or other automotive communication protocols is a plus.
• Experience in an Agile software development environment is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of software product development and procedures.
• Solid software development fundamentals such as unit testing, build automation, branch based development, and modern documentation practices.

What you'll get:

• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision
• Paid time off
• 401K with a match
• Short-term & Long-term disability, life insurance, and other optional benefits
• Ongoing professional development opportunities including Technical Training and Leadership Development
• The opportunity to work on industry leading projects

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