Senior Embedded Software Engineer

About the job
EDGE is an advanced technology group dedicated to developing disruptive solutions for defense and beyond. We aim to solve real-world challenges by bringing innovative technologies and services to market with speed and efficiency. Our team is pivotal in inspiring a new world of possibilities, leveraging cutting-edge advancements such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, directed energy, and artificial intelligence. We believe that transforming the defense industry requires real collaboration and creativity, and we invite you to be a part of our initiative, Advanced Concepts, and contribute to enabling a secure future.

Key Accountabilities:

• Implement layer 1/PHY radio front-end algorithms for FPGA or Microcontroller.
• Implement layer 2 algorithms for microcontroller operation.
• Develop and maintain bare-metal firmware for microcontrollers based on Cortex-M architectures, including families like STM32, NXP LPC, and Microchip PIC.
• Develop firmware with RTOS such as FreeRTOS, mbed, or ThreadX on microcontrollers.
• Implement Linux drivers and kernel modules for custom hardware components.
• Integrate communication protocols like I2C, UART, SPI, and CAN in Linux and microcontroller environments.
• Develop Linux client/server applications using UDP, TCP, or IP protocols.
• Utilize programming languages for MCUs, specifically C/C++ and assembly.
• Build Linux images using Yocto and FreeRTOS.
• Design and generate Board Support Packages (BSP) for the utilized System on Chip (SoC).
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring code quality and adherence to established coding standards.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers while fostering a collaborative environment and sharing knowledge.
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in embedded technologies and best practices.
• Utilize version control systems such as Git or SVN.
• Demonstrate effective code-writing discipline including commenting and tracking bugs.
• Exhibit excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Maintain strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with engineers and stakeholders.
• Effectively work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Conduct testing and troubleshooting using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

Knowledge/Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in computer science, communication, electronic, or software engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded software engineering with proficiency in C and C++.
• Strong knowledge of layer 2 and layer 3 radio front-end algorithm implementation.
• Deep understanding of ARM64 and Cortex-M architectures.
• Proficient in Linux driver and kernel development.
• Experienced in bare-metal firmware development for microcontrollers.
• Familiar with RTOS such as FreeRTOS, mbed, or ThreadX.
• Knowledge of I2C, UART, SPI, and CAN protocols and their implementation.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with engineers and other stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.