Embedded Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software and firmware in C and C++ for new and existing products.
• Work with microcontrollers, embedded processors, RTOS-based systems, and embedded Linux platforms.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, communication interfaces, and other hardware into embedded systems.
• Build and debug I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet, GPIO, and similar interfaces.
• Use Python and other tools for testing, automation, system integration, and development support.
• Bring up and debug software on custom hardware and early prototypes.
• Investigate software and hardware issues using debuggers, logs, bench equipment, and engineering tools.
• Implement software from system and software requirements while identifying edge cases, unclear behavior, and technical risks.
• Write automated tests and support repeatable build, test, and integration workflows.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, design reviews, and project planning.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines throughout product development.
• Document software designs, interfaces, implementation decisions, and test results.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
• 1–5 years of professional software or embedded development experience; relevant co-op, internship, research, academic, and substantial personal project work will also be considered.
• Experience using Git and standard version control workflows.
• Familiarity with build systems, dependency management, debugging tools, and modern software development practices.
• Proven C and C++ fundamentals and experience with Python or another scripting language.
• Understanding of embedded systems and software interaction with hardware.
• Knowledge of real-time concepts including tasks, interrupts, scheduling, synchronization, timing, and concurrency.
• Working knowledge of common embedded communication interfaces and protocols.
• Comfort working in Linux and command-line development environments.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, datasheets, software requirements, and interface specifications.
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, communication, and technical judgment skills.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Preferred experience includes Docker, STM32, ARM-based MCUs/SoCs, ESP32, PIC32, Zephyr, FreeRTOS, embedded Linux, ROS2, robotics or uncrewed systems, bench equipment, schematics, device drivers, networking, navigation, localization, SLAM, perception, controls, sensor fusion, automated testing, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and regulated product development.
• A writing sample is required for a complete application.

Benefits

• Full employee benefits plan including matching 401(k).
• Mentoring, hands-on training, and opportunities to pursue technical, project management, sales, or technical expert career paths.
• Office-based role in Waltham, Massachusetts.
• Relocation assistance is not provided.
• The role is restricted to US persons and requires proof of status before employment.