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Upwork has partnered with an advanced technology and defense industry. With 25 companies involved, they supply disruptive solutions, products, and services.

They are looking for a talented and motivated Senior Software Engineer for their Embedded Software to work with a variety of platforms and technologies, including microcontrollers, FPGAs, and real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in embedded systems development, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded software and hardware solutions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications.
• Implement communication protocols and interfaces between different components of embedded systems.
• Optimize system performance and resource utilization.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of embedded systems.
• Provide technical support and assistance to other team members as needed.

Requirements 

• 3+ years of experience in embedded systems development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++.
• Experience with real-time operating systems, preferably FreeRTOS.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, and Ethernet.
• Familiarity with FPGA programming and development tools (e.g., Xilinx Vivado).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ARM Cortex-M/R processors and development boards.
• Knowledge of hardware description languages (e.g., Verilog, VHDL).
• Familiarity with software development tools and methodologies (e.g., Git, Agile).
• Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive).

Remote Opportunity!