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Brooksource · 1 day ago

Principal Embedded Software Engineer

positionHopkins, MN
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityLead/Staff
date8+ years exp

Brooksource is a company specializing in embedded firmware and software development. They are seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead software engineering teams, design and implement software systems, and provide technical leadership for customer engagements.

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Responsibilities

Lead and mentor software engineering teams on complex development projects
Design, develop, and implement software and firmware systems per customer specifications
Support successful completion of OEM Business Unit design services through expertise in embedded software, including Linux, Android, and Digi’s core programming languages
Communicate directly with customers and provide technical leadership for strategic engagements
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, project management, and customer teams
Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize embedded systems close to the hardware level
Maintain detailed documentation of project progress, codebases, and lessons learned
Evaluate and improve software design processes and tools to promote efficiency and quality

Qualification

Embedded software developmentC programmingEmbedded LinuxDebugging tools proficiencyMicrocontroller interfacesIoT device ecosystemsTroubleshootingProblem-solvingTeam leadershipFast-paced environment adaptability

Required

Bachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
8+ years of software engineering experience; services or consulting experience preferred
Strong programming skills in C for real-time embedded systems or Linux/FreeRTOS environments
Solid understanding of microcontroller peripherals and interfaces (UART, I2C, SPI, ADC, PWM, Timers)
Proficiency using debugging and test tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, spectrum analyzers)
Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and debugging capabilities
Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

Preferred

Experience with Yocto build systems, embedded Linux/Android driver development
Familiarity with RF communications and protocols (802.15.4, ZigBee, Bluetooth, Cellular, Wi-Fi)
Experience working with routers, gateways, and IoT device ecosystems

Company

Brooksource

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Brooksource is a single source for project and supplemental support through contract employment, contract-to-hire labor employment.
dateFounded in 2000
location
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.brooksource.com

H1B Sponsorship

Brooksource has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (10)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Ashley Cigolotti
Director, Global Partnerships
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Matt Ayala
National Account Executive (Global Partnerships)
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