Research and Development (R&D) Engineer IV (2082)

Embedded Software ProgrammerLocation: Niskayuna, New York On-Site: In-Office, M-F Job Type: Contract Duration: 1 Year Hourly Rate: $73/hour W2 Hours: 40/week Vacancies: 1 Project: Controls & Optimization, Advanced Research CenterJob DescriptionSummary: As an Embedded Software Programmer, you will have the opportunity to architect and develop state-of-the-art embedded systems for real-time controls and communication applications in the energy industry. You will contribute to R&D programs aligned with GE's businesses as well as with U.S. Government Agencies such as DOD, DARPA, DHS, and DOE. The technologies developed under these programs will be matured and transitioned into GE business products.Roles and ResponsibilitiesWork with GE businesses to help transition embedded controls and communication systems from early stage lab demonstrations to fieldable prototypes.Work with hardware suppliers and engineering tool providers to identify and select solutions for challenging industrial and defense applications.Advance the state-of-the-art in embedded computing in a collaborative and fun team environment.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.Strong embedded C/C++ skills.Coding experience with Bash, C#, Python, Matlab, etc.Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as hypervisors, Docker containers, etc.Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.Desired CharacteristicsMaster's degree in Computer Science or related field.Experience with Linux driver and kernel development.Working knowledge with Linux build systems (e.g., Yocto).Familiarity with cloud computing (e.g., AWS).Experience with CI/CD technologies like Jenkins and Git/github.Understanding of embedded system security and security techniques is a plus.Strong FPGA and SoC design experience using Verilog, SystemVerilog and VHDLHands-on experience with Xilinx and/or Intel (Altera) FPGA devices, tools, and ecosystems (e.g., ModelSim, Intel Quartus, Xilinx Vivado)Solid understanding of digital logic design, including FSMs, pipelining, and resource optimizationExperience with RTL simulation, synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closureKnowledge of clock domain crossing (CDC) techniques and metastability mitigationFamiliarity with high-speed and standard interfaces (UART, SPI, I²C, Ethernet, PCIe, DDR)Experience developing testbenches and performing functional verificationProficiency with on-chip debugging tools (e.g., ILA, SignalTap)Ability to read and interpret schematics, timing diagrams, and hardware datasheetsExperience using version control systems (Git preferred)Experience with high-level synthesis (HLS) tools and algorithm-to-hardware workflows, including Vitis HLS and integration with MathWorks MATLAB/Simulink for model-based design and verification