Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: Starting Salary: $70,000/year

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Type: Full-Time; Exempt

Reports to: Senior Software Engineer

Job Summary: The Embedded Software Engineer will support development of embedded control systems used in industrial and hydraulic test equipment. This role focuses on microcontroller bring-up, embedded firmware development, and integration of sensors, actuators, and communication interfaces. The engineer will work closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers to support new hardware platforms, troubleshoot complex hardware/software interactions, and develop reliable firmware for real-time control applications.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform microcontroller and board bring-up on new hardware platforms
• Develop embedded firmware in C/C++ for ARM-based microcontrollers and industrial controllers
• Configure and validate hardware peripherals including GPIO, ADC, DAC, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Ethernet
• Develop drivers for sensors, hydraulic components, and electromechanical devices
• Integrate communication protocols such as CAN, CANopen, J1939, and Ethernet-based interfaces
• Support integration of hydraulic components including pumps, valves, and pressure/flow sensors
• Debug hardware/software issues using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters
• Work directly with electrical schematics, board layouts, and hardware documentation
• Assist with system bring-up and troubleshooting of prototype hardware
• Develop and maintain firmware documentation, interface specifications, and test procedures
• Support system integration between embedded controllers and PC-based software applications
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be a U.S. citizen and meet any other federal program requirements (CUI and ITAR).
• Strong programming experience in C or C++
• Experience working with microcontrollers and embedded systems
• Ability to read electrical schematics and understand hardware interfaces
• Experience debugging hardware and firmware interactions
• Familiarity with embedded communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN)
• M Experience bringing up new microcontroller boards or custom hardware
• Experience with ARM Cortex microcontrollers
• Experience with real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS or similar)
• Experience with CAN-based protocols such as CANopen or J1939
• Experience integrating industrial sensors and control devices
• Experience with Ethernet-based communication in embedded systems
• Familiarity with debugging tools such as JTAG, SWD, and logic analyzers
• Experience with Git or similar version control systems
• Ability to use shop equipment
• Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical abilities.
• Strong hands-on skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and analyze design issues both in prototyping and production environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot and analyze design issues both in prototyping and production environments

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Will consider non-degreed, if relevant work experience acceptable to meet job qualifications
• 05 years of embedded software or firmware development experience.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.While performing the duties of this job, the employee:

• Required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms
• Steel/Composite toe shoes required
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing and working on the production floor, utilizing an array of different mechanical and electrical tools

Must be a US citizen and meet any other federal program requirements.

The above statements reflect general details necessary for the performance of the job and are not to be considered an all-inclusive list. Sun Test Systems, Inc. is a federal contractor and EEOC/Title VII/ADA compliant employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.