Embedded System Engineer

About the role

King Technology is bringing embedded product development in-house and looking for an engineer to take ownership of device firmware, wireless connectivity, telemetry, and cloud-based product visibility. King Technology is a Minnesota-based innovator that designs and manufactures smart water care solutions for pools and hot tubs. Known for its patented technologies and purpose-driven culture, King Technology is committed to making water care easier while “Enriching Lives Daily” for customers, employees, and communities. The Embedded Systems Engineer will own and advance King Technology's new product ecosystem across both device-level firmware and cloud-connected telemetry solutions. This role serves as the bridge between physical hardware and digital services, developing firmware for microcontroller-based products while helping manage data visibility through cloud-connected dashboards and reporting tools. The ideal candidate enjoys working across the full embedded stack, from sensors and on-device firmware to wireless communications, telemetry systems, cloud connectivity, and customer-facing dashboards. They are highly self-driven, learn quickly, and thrive in environments where ownership and initiative are expected.

Our culture is built on our Mission, Vision, and Values. They are more than words on a wall. They guide how we work, how we treat one another, and how we serve our customers every day. At King Technology, you'll find people who lead with Integrity, act with Courage, strive for Excellence, prioritize Safety, and demonstrate a Selfless attitude in their interactions with teammates, customers, and partners. These values are reflected in everyday actions, from small acts of kindness to major business decisions. We believe our differences make us stronger, and each team member contributes their own talents, experiences, and perspective to our culture. Together, we create an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, accountability, and personal growth. We're looking for people who not only have the right skills, but who genuinely align with our values and want to make a positive impact on their team, our customers, and our community. Join us at King Technology and help shape a culture where people, purpose, and innovation thrive together.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware in C/C++ on ARM Cortex-M, ESP32, or similar embedded platforms.
• Develop and support RTOS-based or bare-metal embedded applications.
• Interface with sensors and peripherals using I2C, SPI, and UART communication protocols.
• Implement and support wireless technologies such as BLE, Wi-Fi, and LoRa.
• Troubleshoot hardware and firmware interactions using oscilloscopes,