Senior Embedded Software Engineer Job at Ambrell Corporation in Rochester

Description:

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS JOB IS BASED OUT OF PENANG,MALAYSIA

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll architect firmware for ARM-based systems running FreeRTOS, lead VHDL development for Lattice processors, and guide our toolchain (Jira, GitHub, CI/CD). You’ll oversee software design tool development and lead a team of 3-4 engineers based in Penang, Malaysia, driving induction heating solutions. We seek a self-starter with a strong work ethic, agile mindset, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and optimize C code for complex embedded systems on ARM processors with FreeRTOS or similar operating systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and power efficiency.
• Recommend system components and frameworks for next generation platforms
• Maintain through documentation for software, ensuring clarity for both current and future projects.
• Lead VHDL design and updates for Lattice processors to support FPGA-based critical functions.
• Spearhead the setup of Jira, GitHub, and CI/CD pipelines for secure, efficient workflows.
• Develop and deploy software design tools to enhance team productivity and development processes.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex firmware issues using tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG.
• Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and enforce best practices for high-quality code.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define system requirements, develop software architecture, and ensure seamless hardware-firmware integration.
• Stay current with industry trends to drive innovation in firmware and tool development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in firmware development for embedded systems.
• Expert-level C programming for real-time, resource-constrained systems.
• Deep experience with FreeRTOS and peripheral interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART).
• Proven knowledge of hardware debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG) and Git.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and project management tools (e.g., Jira).
• Strong leadership, mentorship, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, agile environment.