Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer in this role, you will:

• Design, Develop & Debug Software:
• Develop embedded Windows applications using Python and C/C++.
• Debug mixed language programs and optimize software performance.
• Requirements documentation
• Update incomplete or ambiguous requirements.
• Work with the various stakeholders to collect the missing information and complete the requirements documentation.
• System Integration:
• Integrate scientific equipment into broader systems and ensure functionality.
• Testing & Data Analysis:
• Conduct tests, analyze data to identify trends, resolve issues, and verify solutions.
• Multi-Core & Threading Techniques:
• Implement multi-core, threading, and process techniques in software development.
• Scrum Participation & Requirement Handling:
• Actively engage in Scrum processes and handle ambiguous project requirements efficiently.
• Lab Equipment Operation:
• Utilize lab equipment like Oscilloscopes, DMMs, and Logic Analyzers for testing and debugging purposes.

What we do matters! Be a part of the team that is powering engineering solutions that drive technology.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 3 years of experience
• Proficient in Python and C/C++
• Experience with embedded Windows and Linux application development including experience with RTOS – Real-Time Operating Systems
• Skilled in software debugging
• Ability to debug mixed hardware-software systems
• Understanding of multi-core, thread, and process techniques
• Data analysis proficiency
• Experience in issue resolution and verification during testing
• Capable of integrating science equipment into systems
• Familiarity with Oscilloscope, DMM, and Logic Analyzer
• Comfortable working with Scrum or Agile methodologies
• Able to navigate and work with ambiguous requirements
• Real-time OS with Linux
• Hypervisors (e.g. Wind River or Acontis)
• Skills with writing drivers to hardware.
• Developing applications with tight timing requirements
• Threaded applications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly
• Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements
• Must be willing to be onsite in Minneapolis, MN

Preferred Skills:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience with other programming languages (e.g., Java, C#)
• Knowledge of LiDAR and Laser technology
• Experience with optics
• Atmospheric modeling experience
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques
• Familiarity with mixed language programming
• Experience with higher-level System of Systems integration
• Practical knowledge of other lab test equipment
• Understanding of multi-core, thread, and process techniques
• Certification in Scrum or Agile methodologies
• Experience mentoring or leading junior team members