Embedded Java Software Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Design and support Java-based embedded firmware solutions utilizing Agile methodologies.

• Develop and sustain Java firmware that interfaces with low-level hardware elements (such as sensors, actuators, and communication protocols).

• Engage in project planning by exploring solutions to challenges in embedded systems and delivering precise estimates.

• Work collaboratively with hardware and systems engineering teams to guarantee seamless integration of firmware with embedded hardware components.

• Ensure that the embedded firmware adheres to timing and performance specifications.

• Employ test-driven development (TDD) practices to create unit and functional tests, ensuring the quality and reliability of the firmware.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues arising from hardware/firmware interactions using diagnostic tools and techniques.

• Support the maintenance and enhancement of legacy embedded firmware products, providing consultation and product expertise.

• Investigate and adopt new technologies and methodologies for embedded systems, including power management, memory optimization, and low-level driver interaction.

• Keep documentation related to embedded firmware development, processes, and troubleshooting guides up to date.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

• Over 3 years of practical experience in embedded systems and Java.

• Certifications or coursework related to embedded systems development is advantageous.

• Experience in deploying Java-based applications on embedded systems.

• Familiarity with Java platforms tailored for constrained devices.

• Proven experience in maintaining embedded firmware across distributed devices.

• Knowledge of safety-critical or mission-critical embedded software development.

• Proficient Java programming skills.

• Experience with embedded Java applications is preferred.

• Familiarity with embedded Linux or RTOS environments.

• Proficient in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and unit/functional testing for embedded systems.

• Understanding of Java-based memory management, garbage collection tuning, and optimization in resource-constrained settings.

• Familiarity with ensuring firmware meets timing and performance criteria.

• Experience with Gradle, Maven, or other Java build systems.

• Comprehension of embedded system design.

• Familiarity with debugging tools (such as JTAG and oscilloscopes) and Linux-based diagnostic tools (like dmesg and strace).

• Experience working within an Agile/Scrum development framework.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical and logical reasoning abilities.

• Problem-solving aptitude and meticulous attention to detail.

• Capacity to manage multiple tasks and maintain organization in a dynamic environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.

• Wellness incentives.

• Paid vacation days, up to 15 days.

• Paid sick days, up to 5 days.

• Paid personal leave, up to 5 days.

• Paid holidays, up to 13 days.

• Birth and adoption leave.

• Parental leave.

• Family and medical leave.

• Bereavement leave.

• Jury duty leave.

• Military leave.

• Purchased vacation options.

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.

• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage.

• Health Savings Account.

• Health Care Spending Account.

• Dependent Care Spending Account.

• Tuition Assistance.