Embedded Engineer FreeRTOS/Microcontroller

Job Overview.
We are looking for a highly skilled Embedded Engineer to join our dynamic team..
The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in embedded development and possess expertise in designing, implementing, testing, and debugging embedded systems..
This role requires a strong focus on developing high-performance, reliable software and hardware interfaces for embedded applications..
You will collaborate with a talented team to ensure the smooth integration of hardware and software, focusing on system optimization, safety analysis, and compliance with project standards..
Key Responsibilities.
Design and develop embedded software solutions for a variety of applications, from hardware-level drivers to complex software systems..
Write efficient, reliable firmware and low-level drivers for embedded systems..
Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate embedded systems into existing hardware components and ensure smooth interaction..
Develop unit tests for embedded systems and ensure all components are rigorously tested for functionality and performance..
Keep detailed records of all tests performed, including test conditions, results, and changes to the code..
Maintain clear documentation for future reference..
Follow industry best practices, coding standards, and project-specific coding regulations..
Ensure that code is modular, reusable, and maintainable..
Participate in regular design and code reviews..
Ensure that the design and implementation are documented properly for future teams or reference..
Participate in safety risk assessments related to embedded systems and work with teams to mitigate potential risks..
Quickly identify and resolve issues within the embedded software, including those related to system crashes, performance degradation, and functional failures..
Work closely with other engineers (hardware, system architects, and software) to resolve issues and ensure seamless integration between hardware and software..
Regularly participate in design and architecture reviews to ensure the embedded systems are developed according to the project requirements and meet performance expectations..
Update technical documentation throughout the development process, ensuring that it accurately reflects the state of the system and development progress..
Troubleshoot complex software and hardware integration issues, using tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and debuggers..
Debug embedded applications to identify and fix errors, ensuring the stability and reliability of the final product..
Optimize embedded systems for efficiency, power consumption, and performance while considering hardware limitations..
Core Embedded Development Skills.
Proficiency in programming languages such as C and C++ for embedded system development..
Experience working with microcontrollers (e.g, ARM, PIC, AVR) and embedded processors..
Familiarity with microcontroller development environments and peripheral interfaces (e.g , UART, SPI, I2C)..
Experience working with real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or other real-time frameworks for embedded systems..
Experience working with hardware-level communication protocols, such as I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO, etc..
Software Development Tools And Techniques.
Familiarity with hardware debugging tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and debuggers for embedded software development..
Experience using version control systems (e.g, Git, SVN) to manage source code and collaborate with team members..
Hands-on experience with integrated development environments (IDEs) such as Keil, IAR Embedded Workbench, Eclipse, or Visual Studio Code.
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