Senior Software Engineer, Embedded

Senior Software Engineer, Embedded

Status: Exempt (salaried)

Location: This is an onsite position based in Slingerlands, NY

Position Summary

The Senior Software Engineer role is responsible for the design and development of embedded software and diagnostic solutions for Plug Power’s fuel cell systems. By maintaining current software platforms and also designing new software solutions to enhance fuel cell system functionality, the Software Engineer helps deliver high quality products to our customers in the field. Effective software solutions integrated within our fuel cell systems provide visibility into system performance while allowing users to easily interface with Plug Power units. The ideal candidate for this role must be highly collaborative and effective at working with cross-functional partners to develop robust software solutions in support of electro-mechanical technology.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement embedded software solutions for fuel cell systems to yield improved performance and ease of interfacing
• Specific design and development responsibilities include:
• Embedded drivers for various boards
• Windows programs to interface/test embedded software/devices
• Diagnostic software and algorithms
• Ensure software solutions meet rigorous quality standards
• Regularly analyze software solutions and make ongoing improvements to increase product quality
• Debug/test hardware and embedded products within systems as required
• Maintain current documentation of all software phases concurrent with Plug Power policy
• Commit to ongoing cross-functional collaboration to better understand technology requirements and calibrate design efforts accordingly
• Support project teams and collaborate as needed to meet project objectives
• Represent Plug Power in a professional manner in all interactions; support the philosophy of the organization to provide high-performing technology to maximize customer satisfaction
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelors in software engineering, computer science, electrical engineering or other relevant field of study
• 7+ years of experience in real-time embedded software development
• Database interface experience - i.e. Microsoft SQL Server
• Experience using bug tracking databases
• Experience with version control software
• Strong familiarity with software development process
• Knowledge of fuel cell systems is a plus
• Experience with any or all of the following highly preferred
• Microchip PIC/dsPIC Series experience (dsPIC 33F, PIC18F)
• Driver development experience including CAN, USB, I2C, SPI Drivers, Bootloaders, A/D etc
• Fluency in C/C++, Assembler
• TMS Processor Development Background
• UL 1998 Code Certification Experience
• C# .NET
• Labview
• Excellent design, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Results-oriented and driven work style
• Excellent task-oriented follow-through