Job Title: Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

As a Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer, you will design and develop embedded software for mission-critical systems. You will work on a range of projects, from small modules to large components and entire products, ensuring software robustness, resilience, and fail-safe operation.

ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop a small module or large component, feature, set of features, whole feature area, or entire embedded software product.Define and formalize system, hardware, software, and human integration requirements.Define and execute engineering test, validation, and verification activities.Validate and verify software designs in various system integration environments, from local desktop computer simulations to fully representative tests.Implement protocols and algorithms for resource-constrained environments and collaborate with the hardware team to enable communication between modules and applications.Ensure software robustness, resilience, and fail-safe operation for critical devices, and mitigate potential safety and security vulnerabilities.Create detailed design and technical documentation, optimize existing applications, and implement new features.Essential SkillsProficiency in C++ and Embedded C.Experience with RTOS (Linux, FreeRTOS, QNX, VxWorks, etc.) and device drivers for complex systems using parallel processing, multi-threading, distributed processing, multi-core, SoM, board support package (BSP), device drivers development, and/or application program interface (API) design.Experience with embedded software testing, debugging, and integration on hardware using debuggers (gdb, lldb, etc.), test equipment (scopes, analyzers, multi-meters, etc.), and UARTs, JTAGs, and oscilloscopes.Experience with model-based engineering tools such as Cameo.5+ years of embedded software engineering experience.Experience working in mission-critical industries (aerospace, automotive, defense, first responder, medical devices, etc.) and turning CONOPS, Specifications, or Requirements into software design, code, test plans, and execution.Experience implementing user interfaces.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with PetaLinux and Ubuntu.Experience with Rocky Linux.Understanding of cybersecurity principles.Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or a related STEM field.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Troy,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.