Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Smithtown, NY - Full-time, Direct hire position

Salary range: $130,000 - $175,000

Job Description

• Design, new feature development, and optimization of software source code-base.
• Develop Linux-based C/C code and integrate new designs for new products into our current source-code base.
• Create and execute test plans, perform simulations, and validate software designs to ensure high performance and reliability.
• Work closely with system architects, hardware engineers, and software developers to define requirements and implement solutions.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to new and old product designs, including debugging and optimizing hardware and software interactions.
• Maintain detailed documentation of design processes, methodologies, and results to ensure clear communication and knowledge sharing.
• Research, develop, propose, evaluate and/or implement new methods, processes, techniques, tools, components, or technology that improve quality, timeliness and/or performance of products.

Essential Skills

• 10 years of experience in software design and development, including hands-on experience with complex projects.
• 3 years of experience in design and development of embedded software in C/C , experience with RTOS.
• Linux C/C applications – experience with writing or modifying (required)
• Installing/configuring Linux (required)
• Linux device drivers – experience with writing (desired) or modifying (highly desired)
  • Industry specific communication protocols: MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, CAN (highly desired)
• Strong skills and experience in working with IDE’s, source code editors and debug tools such as GDB and WinDbg.
• Ability to create and understand scripts for Linux and Windows.
• Experience in communication protocols: PCI, PCI-Express, USB, Thunderbolt 3 & 4, JTAG, SPI, I2C, RS-232/422/485, CAN.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or similar.
• Experience with MIL-STD-1553, Fibre Channel, and ARINC-429 is highly desirable.
• Experience or knowledge of DO-178/254 certification process throughout all (SOI) Stages of Involvement phases is a plus.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $175000.00/yr.

Benefits of working at DDC
• People–Focused Policies
• Career Development
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Employer Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Childcare Subsidy
• Fitness Center Reimbursement

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Smithtown,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.

Salary : $125,000 - $175,000