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Embedded Software Engineer

Green Key Resources

This position involves developing and integrating complex systems spanning hardware, FPGA/digital logic, embedded firmware, Linux, and application-level software. The role works across the full product lifecycle, from early architecture and hardware bring-up through system integration, validation, manufacturing support, and deployment.If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitect, implement, and validate systems that combine custom electronics, programmable logic, embedded firmware, Linux components, and higher-level software.Contribute to the development, review, troubleshooting, and refinement of analog, mixed-signal, and digital circuit designs.Build expertise in specialized technologies and their applications to inform system architecture, product evolution, and technical decision-making.Coordinate integration across hardware, FPGA, firmware, and software components, resolving issues that span multiple engineering disciplines.Create and improve manufacturing fixtures, diagnostic utilities, validation methods, and production test processes.Develop and maintain procedures that support reliable system testing, characterization, and manufacturing.Incorporate AI-powered coding and development tools into engineering workflows while maintaining direct responsibility for technical accuracy, security, reliability, and code quality.Help establish practical standards for responsible use of AI-assisted engineering tools, including development practices, review processes, and quality controls.Participate in technical planning, project estimation, prioritization, and cross-functional execution.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.At least 4 years of experience developing software for embedded systems, Linux platforms, or kernel-level environments.Strong background in embedded system architecture, development, debugging, and integration.Proficiency in one or more of C, C++, Python, and Bash.Experience administering Linux systems, including installation, configuration, upgrades, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.Hands-on experience bringing up new hardware and diagnosing hardware/software integration issues.Working knowledge of FPGA-based systems and hardware description languages such as Verilog or VHDL.Exposure to RF systems, low-noise electronics, analog circuitry, or mixed-signal board development.Comfortable working with electronics laboratory and debugging equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and related instrumentation.Experience implementing or working with digital signal processing, control systems, or related algorithms.Practical experience using AI-assisted software development tools, with the ability to evaluate generated code, identify errors or weaknesses, make corrections, and take ownership of the resulting implementation. xhyhwjd Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in both written and verbal formats.

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