Sr, Embedded Software Engineer

About the role

Randstad is hiring a Sr. Embedded Software Engineer for an onsite position in Oak Brook, Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Design and Development: Create software applications and systems that meet business requirements.
• Coding and Testing: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, and test software to ensure it meets quality standards.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve software defects and issues.
• Collaboration: Work with stakeholders, including project managers, designers, and QA engineers, to ensure software meets business needs.
• Maintenance and Updates: Maintain and update existing software applications and systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience developing software for embedded systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have C++ (14 / 17) experience with knowledge of threading.
• Proficiency with the Linux Operating System.
• Experience with software development tools, version control systems, and debugging environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle processes and engineering best practices.

Preferred skills

• QT/QML experience.
• Ability to apply design theory, methodology, and SOLID principles.
• Well-developed problem analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Proficiency with GIT and Jira.
• Prior experience in agricultural guidance application development.
• Team player who is self-motivated and has the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff.
• Experience working in a SAFe Agile development environment, participating in PI Planning, Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Proven ability to collaborate across software, systems, validation, UX, and product teams using tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Polarion to deliver customer-focused features through iterative development cycles.

Pay & schedule

• Pay rate: $75 - $80 per hour
• Work hours: 8am to 5pm
• Onsite position at client location in Oak Brook, Illinois

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings
• Short-term disability
• 401K plan