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React Health

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Dublin, OH · On-site

$119.70K - $156.90K/yr

Senior Embedded Software Engineer FULL-TIME/PART-TIME : Full Time LOCATION: Dublin, OH (Hybrid ... Designing, developing, coding, testing and debugging system software. Analyzing and enhancing ...

ORAU

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Oak Ridge, TN

As an Embedded Systems Software Engineer at Centrus Energy, you'll help power the next generation ... You'll evaluate performance, implement electrical system modifications, support instrumentation and ...

ORAU

Embedded Systems Software Engineer

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

As an Embedded Systems Software Engineer at Centrus Energy, you'll help power the next generation ... You'll evaluate performance, implement electrical system modifications, support instrumentation and ...

TetraMem Inc

Embedded Software Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

Requirements: • BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of experience in embedded system development. • Strong expertise in embedded software ...

ORAU

Embedded Systems Software Engineer

Oak Ridge, TN

As an Embedded Systems Software Engineer at Centrus Energy, you'll help power the next generation ... You'll evaluate performance, implement electrical system modifications, support instrumentation and ...

Apple

Embedded Software Engineer

Austin, TX

$130.30K - $171.50K/yr

The Product Integrity group is looking for a Systems Software Engineer to develop future products ... Preferred Qualifications Experience with building embedded system architectures and using ...

Silvus Technologies

Embedded Software Engineer

Irvine, CA

$141.20K - $185.70K/yr

THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join our Engineering Group ... This is an opportunity to work on all aspects of the system including device drivers, networking ...

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

React Health

Dublin, OH • On-site

$119.70K - $156.90K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

POSITION: Senior Embedded Software Engineer
FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full Time
LOCATION: Dublin, OH (Hybrid)
React Health is a fast-paced, growth-driven manufacturer and distributor of medical equipment, dedicated to supporting patients, caregivers, physicians, and healthcare providers. With a focus on respiratory and sleep health sectors, we offer a comprehensive range of products and services across acute care, non-acute care, and home medical equipment. By integrating manufacturing and distribution, React Health addresses the needs of both undiagnosed individuals and those requiring therapy after diagnosis, particularly within the sleep and respiratory care sectors.
GENERAL SUMMARY
As Senior Embedded Software Engineer you will be responsible for designing and implementing software of embedded devices and systems. Designing, developing, coding, testing and debugging system software. Analyzing and enhancing efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • At least 4-year engineering degree, or higher, in EE or CS
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience working as a software engineer developing code for real-time embedded devices
  • At least 5 years working on 3+ person software development team, using common code base and code repository tools
  • At least 5 years working within a formal bug/issue tracking system during formal V&V testing
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree Electrical Engineer or Computer Science

Preferred Experience
  • At least 5 years developing software for a medical device, or other safety critical application, preferred.
  • Proficient in C/C++ language
  • Design experience with real-time embedded systems.
  • Design experience with FreeRTOS, QNX, or POSIX compliant embedded OS.
  • Experience with ARM processors, TI Sitara and/or Hercules.
  • Proficient code debugger/troubleshooter.
  • Proficient in Python language.
  • Experience developing embedded database systems using Flash File Systems, and Flash/SD media.
  • Experience developing intra-device synchronous and asynchronous communication links (e.g., SPI, UART, I2C).
  • Experience developing inter-device communication links (e.g., USB, Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth)
  • Experience developing device drivers.
  • Experience using oscilloscope, logic analyzer and other lab tools to debug/trouble shoot embedded system.
  • Excellent attention to detail and project management skills.
  • Excellent written/oral communication skills required. Must be able to work effectively with diverse groups of people.

Physical Demands
  • Requires normal visual acuity and hearing.
  • Typically, employees sit comfortably to do their work, interspersed by brief periods of standing, walking, bending, carrying papers and books, and extensive periods requiring the use of computer terminals to accomplish work objectives.
  • Required to sit and use their hands and fingers to handle or feel and manipulate keys on a keyboard.
  • Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department or line of business.
  • Working Conditions
  • Predominantly operates in an office environment. Some work (less than 5%) requires moving and lifting of heavy networking equipment.

DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Each Employee consistently demonstrates the following essential functions:
  • Write/review Software System Architecture and Design plans and documents.
  • Write/review Software Requirements and Software Design documents
  • Select and deploy software development tools (e.g., IDE, Compilers, Builders, Version Control, Debuggers etc.)
  • Write/review software code and unit tests
  • Write/review/execute Software Design Verification test protocols
  • Write/support development of Product V&V test protocols.
  • Work according to Project Software Development Plan and Company QA Manual.
  • Participate in the development/review of Product, System, Electronic, and Mechanical architectures
  • Participate in technical reviews of Product Requirements, Risk Management File, electronics and mechanical design reviews.
  • Maintain current QA training, as required
  • Attends and participates in departmental meetings. Attends seminars and training sessions necessary to maintain appropriate level of professional competence.
  • Ensures all department compliance guidelines are met.
  • Attends all meetings, in-services training, or continuing education as delegated by the supervisor.
  • Provides customer focused interactions.
  • Performs all duties necessary for the department as per department policies and procedures.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as delegated by the supervisor within the scope of practice and the responsibilities in the department.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform the basic functions of the position without compromising client care. React Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to providing a drug-free workplace. We are an Equal-Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Pay Range: $155,000 - $170,000 per hour

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