Senior Software Engineer, Embedded

2 Months ago • 7 Years + • $92,300 PA - $138,400 PA

Software Development & Engineering

Job Description

The Senior Software Engineer designs and develops embedded software and diagnostic solutions for Plug Power’s fuel cell systems. This role involves maintaining existing platforms and creating new solutions to enhance system functionality and deliver high-quality products. Responsibilities include developing embedded drivers, Windows interface programs, and diagnostic algorithms. The engineer ensures software meets quality standards, performs ongoing analysis and improvements, and debugs hardware. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to support electro-mechanical technology and meet project objectives.

Good To Have:

Knowledge of fuel cell systems

Must Have:

Design and develop embedded software solutions for fuel cell systems.
Implement embedded software for improved performance and interfacing.
Develop embedded drivers for various boards.
Create Windows programs to interface/test embedded software.
Design diagnostic software and algorithms.
Ensure software solutions meet rigorous quality standards.
Analyze and make ongoing software improvements.
Debug and test hardware and embedded products.
Maintain current documentation of all software phases.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners.
Bachelor's degree in software, computer, or electrical engineering.
7+ years in real-time embedded software development.

Perks:

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
401(k) with 5% company match
Bonus eligibility
Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
Paid Holidays
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral program
Employee Assistance Program

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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