**About the Role** Supports new product development activities in a Product Development and/or R&D environment by creating new software functionality and/or processes utilizing engineering principles. **Your Impact** - Provides software engineering support for the design and implementation of products through the various stages of product development. Develops and writes programs to test various functions of the unit. Works with other engineers and scientists to gain input for elements of testing. Creates programs to collect test results for analysis and review. Writes test matrix plan for software testing. Understands customer requirements and utilizes knowledge of unit to write programs. - Debugs software and makes any adjustments to programming as needed. Utilizes various debugging tools to identify and correct any issues. Works closely with hardware engineers for end to end integration and debugging of products. - Analyzes data to verify efficiency / reliability of prototypes and to determine feasibility/ manufacturability of the product. Writes reports, document design process, maintain record of improvements/changes. Performs complex statistical analysis of data for complex processes and draws appropriate conclusions. - Leads projects or engineering teams in the development, design, and programming of prototypes for design review. Leads design reviews and offers suggestions and guidance for design improvements. Creates, maintains, and drives detailed project schedules across multiple disciplines. - Confers with division management, production, QA staff to determine engineering feasibility, cost effectiveness, reliability & manufacturability to new and existing products. Confers with research personnel and/or the customer to clarify or resolve problems of design. - Documents software development, testing, and assembly. Presents and reviews findings with management and/or peers. - Mentors and trains less experienced Engineers. **About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or equivalent and 8-12 years’ experience in research and development, medical or related field or related field writing applications in C/C++. - Proficient in Microsoft Office. Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal. - Experience with C, C++, C# programming languages for software development in both MS Windows and Linux environments. - Requires strong analytical, problem solving, and project management skills. - Requires ability to debug and trace more complex code problems. - Ability to work effectively alone (with direction), or as part of a larger team - Ability to lead in a project team environment. - Ability to create and present presentations and/or technical papers to management and/or customers. - Must be 18 years old or older. **Company Overview** About our Company - Canon Virginia, Inc. located in Newport News, Virginia is a global manufacturer for Canon’s office and consumer products. Our innovative and efficient production methods along with our environmental commitment make us a leading global manufacturer. Since opening our doors in 1985, Canon Virginia has provided world class manufacturing services. It is the policy of Canon Virginia, Inc. (CVI) to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, creed, color, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, or physical/mental disability except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy relates to all phases of recruitment, employment, compensation, benefits administration and participation in company sponsored employee activities. This includes hiring, promotions, demotions, transfers, layoffs, recall, training and terminations. Employment practices will conform to all federal, state and local laws on non-discrimination.http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm ) \#LI-CV **Location** _US-VA-Newport News_ **Company** _Canon Virginia, Inc._ **Requisition ID** _32647_ **Category** _Engineering_ **Position Type** _Full-Time_ Canon is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Veteran. We value the diversity of our workforce and knowledge of our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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