Embedded System Engineer Internship Jobs in Freehold, NJ

App Developer and Support Engineer III

About Conduent: 
Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference, and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly skilled developer to design and support software for Point of Sale (POS) terminals, focusing on C, C#, Python, serial communication, REST APIs, and AI-driven real-time processing. This role involves building low-latency, highly reliable systems that integrate with payment hardware, backend services, and AI models for intelligent decision-making.

HYBRID POSITION- MUST BE ABLE TO TRAVEL TO SOMERSET, NJ OFFICE.

Key Responsibilities:

Core Development (C++, C#, Python)

Develop and maintain applications using:

• C; for system-level and device interaction
• C# (.NET) for application and API layers
• Python for AI integration, automation, and data processing
• Build scalable, high-performance POS software systems
• Optimize code for low-latency and real-time execution
• Debug and resolve complex production issues
• Serial Communication & Device Integration

Implement and support serial communication (RS232, USB, COM) with:

• Payment terminals
• Barcode scanners
• Receipt printers
• Cash drawers
• Develop device drivers/interfaces and handle protocol-level communication
• Ensure reliable message parsing, retries, and fault tolerance
• API Development (RESTful Services)
• Design and implement secure, scalable REST APIs
• Enable seamless communication between POS devices and backend systems
• Implement authentication, encryption, and validation mechanisms
• Optimize APIs for real-time transaction processing
• AI & Machine Learning Integration
• Develop and integrate AI/ML models into POS workflows using Python

Implement:

• Fraud detection and anomaly detection models
• Transaction pattern analysis
• Intelligent diagnostics and log analysis
• Use Generative AI for:
•  Automated troubleshooting
•  Code generation and optimization
•  Smart documentation and knowledge systems

System Integration & Testing

• Integrate with payment gateways, ticketing systems, and enterprise platforms
• Develop simulation tools for hardware testing
• Perform unit, integration, and end-to-end testing
• Support field deployments and production troubleshooting

Performance, Security & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with payment security standards (PCI-DSS awareness)**
• Optimize systems for throughput, latency, and reliability
• Implement robust logging, monitoring, and observability

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
2. 5+ years of software development experience
3. Strong proficiency in:
4. C++ (embedded/system-level programming)
5. C# (.NET)
6. Python (AI/automation/data processing)
7. Experience with serial communication protocols
8. Strong understanding of REST API development

Strong Python skills for:

• AI/ML model integration
• Data processing and automation
• Understanding of latency optimization and real-time constraints

Experience with:

• Model deployment and inference pipelines
• Anomaly detection and classification models
• Familiarity with frameworks (preferred):
• TensorFlow / PyTorch / Scikit-learn
• Experience integrating AI APIs (OpenAI, Azure AI, etc.)

Real-Time Processing Skills

• Event-driven and streaming architectures
• Multithreading and concurrency (C++/C#)
• Async programming and performance tuning

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in POS, payments, or ticketing systems
• Knowledge of payment standards (EMV, ISO 8583)
• CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
• Key Skills
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting across hardware/software boundaries
• Real-time system design and optimization
• AI-driven development mindset
• Strong communication and collaboration
• Nice to Have
• Embedded systems or IoT experience
• Experience with edge AI deployments

Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.

Conduent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity, gender expression, sex/gender, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law.

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