Knightwerx is hiring: Embedded Software Engineer - Application and UI in Scottsd

Embedded Software Engineer - Application and UI

Knightwerx is seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer to develop software for a small unmanned electric aircraft. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with a team of engineers and subject matter experts throughout the development process.

Work Experience

• Bachelor's or higher degree in relevant engineering discipline
• 4+ years industry experience in embedded systems software development and handheld device UI/UX design
• Experience with end-to-end development of embedded systems software
• Hands-on experience with handheld device design and development
• Knowledge of design, development, and testing of application and user interface software
• Experience optimizing applications and profiling software stack

Attributes

• Innovative, practical, and hands-on
• Multidisciplinary problem solver driven by engineering analysis
• Goal-oriented, learns from mistakes, and iterates on designs
• Understands scope vs. effort trade-offs
• Effective communicator in discussion and documentation
• Team player capable of collaborative planning and problem solving

Primary Duties

• Develop software in C, C++, or other languages for new applications and infrastructure
• Collaborate with lead engineers to understand requirements and implement solutions
• Break down functional requirements into tasks
• Contribute to project planning and product development documentation
• Estimate effort, evaluate new technologies, and respond to outages
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment
• Set up projects in IDEs and automate build/debug processes

Tasks

• Develop application layer and UI/UX software for handheld devices
• Create system test software and procedures
• Optimize application data flow and timing
• Identify bugs and improve code quality
• Assist in developing drivers for peripherals and interfaces

Skills

• Proficiency in C, C++, or similar systems programming languages
• Debug software via simulation and hardware tools
• Experience with robotics communication protocols (CAN, RS-485, I2C, SPI)
• Ability to perform root cause analysis on complex systems
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming

Requirements

• US citizenship is required
• On-site, collaborative work environment

About Knightwerx

Knightwerx is a startup focused on solving critical problems for government and civilian sectors, emphasizing innovation and top expertise in every role.

Additional Information

• Senior level: Mid-Senior
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Defense & Space

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