Embedded Software Design Engineer - Huntsville, Alabama United States - 44884

JOB DESCRIPTION

WHY IS THIS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY?

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JOB DESCRIPTION

An Embedded Software Design Engineer is required to play a vital role developing software and firmware for embedded Single Board Computer products for our client in Huntsville, AL. This client is highly motivated, with a proven record of success in development of off-the-shelf products for the defense and science industries. In this role, you will develop, implement and validate embedded software components such as firmware, device drivers, Board Support Packages (BSPs) and I/O fabric framework.  You will also produce and support high-quality products to exacting software engineering standards for demanding customers.. If you have all the qualities stated, then this is a great opportunity to build on existing skills and guide an excellent team to developing the best products in its class.

 

Responsibilities of the Embedded Software Design Engineer:

• Will be responsible to produce firmware, device drivers, Board Support Packages (BSPs) and associated software components for use with VxWorks 7, and the later versions of VxWorks 6.9.
• Ability to perform customer support and ensure the customer satisfaction and resulting in the production of maintenance releases.
• Should be able to work on software migration to support new versions of the VxWorks OS.
• Create key expertise and drive best practice within the VxWorks development team.
• Connect and communicate the development status to key stakeholders professionally.
• Possess ability to manage internal documentation for assigned tasks reliable with engineering procedures
• Create draft customer documentation for processing and deployment by Tech Publications group
• Contribute in constant improvement and enhancement of Software Development Processes

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or equivalent degree or any relevant degree is required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of involvement in embedded software development.
• Strong background with VxWorks.
• Experience working in an Agile environment is preferred.
• Past experience of working on Continuous Integration / Deployment is required.
• Strong knowledge of modern computer architectures
• Familiarity with BIOS/UEFI development is a plus.

Education:
University - Bachelor's Degree/3-4 Year Degree