Embedded Software Engineer

Senior Embedded Software EngineerNextGen RF Design is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience developing embedded C software for real-time, hardware-centric systems. This role is for a hands-on technical expert who designs, implements, debugs, and maintains low-level firmware across microcontrollers, SoCs, and embedded Linux platforms.You will play a critical role in architecting and delivering robust, production-ready embedded software, working closely with hardware, FPGA, DSP, and systems engineers. While mentorship and technical leadership are expected, this is not a people-management role, it is focused on deep technical contribution and ownership. This role requires strong hands-on experience debugging complex embedded systems running both RTOS and Embedded Linux in production environments.Key ResponsibilitiesEmbedded Software DevelopmentDesign, develop, and maintain embedded C/C++ firmware for microcontroller- and SoC- based systems.Implement real-time software using RTOS environments (e.g., FreeRTOS, or similar).Develop and maintain low-level drivers, BSPs, bootloaders, and hardware abstraction layers.Write efficient, deterministic, and maintainable code for interrupt-driven and time-critical systems.Embedded Linux is used where appropriate and complements MCU/RTOS-based systems.Kernel configuration and debuggingDevice driversUser-space applications and servicesLead design reviews; establish coding, documentation, and verification standards; drive technical best practices across projects.Systems Architecture & IntegrationCollaborate with hardware, FPGA, and DSP engineers to define hardware/software partitioning.Translate system requirements into clear, testable software designs and interfaces.Participate in design reviews, ensuring software architectures are scalable, testable, and production-ready.Support integration of embedded software into complete RF and embedded systems.Debugging & Bring-UpLead board bring-up and system-level debugging on new hardware.Diagnose and resolve complex issues involving:Memory corruption, stack overflows, race conditionsTiming issues, watchdog resets, and hard faultsKernel panics and low-level Linux issuesUse tools such as JTAG/SWD debuggers, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and trace tools.Debug across hardware, firmware, and OS boundaries.Customer & Business AlignmentWork directly with customers to capture requirements, translate into system-level specifications, and communicate design tradeoffs.Represent the company at customer design reviews, technical working groups, or industry events as needed.Verification, Quality & Production SupportDevelop and execute unit, integration, and system-level test strategies.Ensure software meets performance, reliability, and maintainability requirements.Support manufacturing test, field issues, and long-term product sustainment.Contribute to coding standards, documentation, and software best practices.Support requirements traceability, documentation, and formal verification activities consistent with structured product development and quality system standards.Technical Leadership & MentorshipProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers.Lead by example through code quality, design rigor, and problem-solving approach.Influence engineering best practices without formal management responsibility.Job Requirements* BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.* 10+ years of professional experience in embedded software development.* Solid background in embedded Linux, including kernel-level debugging.* Proven experience with:Interrupts, DMA, memory-mapped I/OMultithreading, synchronization, and real-time constraintsDevice driver development* Deep debugging skills using both software and hardware tools.* Expert-level skills in:C/C++ for embedded systems (bare metal and RTOS).Git-based version control and CI/CD workflows.* Basic understanding of RF communications protocols (e.g., LoRa, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LTE/5G, proprietary modulations).* Ability to manage tasks using Atlassian JIRA or other software tracking tools.* Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams or mentoring junior engineers.* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to explain technical tradeoffs to both engineers and executives.* Experience with ISO 9001 or other regulated development environments preferred.End-to-end ownership: define requirements, document designs, develop and verify firmware; proficient with interrupt-driven, real-time systems and device drivers. Evaluate and partition functions across CPU, FPGA, and peripherals, making clear cost, performance, and schedule tradeoffs.JOB SNAPSHOT Base Pay: Competitive; commensurate with experience Employment: Full-Time, OnSite/Hybrid Job Type: Engineering, Embedded Design Education: BSCE/BSEE required. Experience: 7 years experience preferred Manages Others: No Industry: RF Engineering Services Required Travel: Not Specified