Embedded Software Engineer - C++ and Firmware and Automotive

Global Connect Technologies
Mossville, IL

Job Title: Embedded C++ Developer

Location: Mossville, IL

Job Type: Full-Time

Client - Actalent



Position Summar

yWe are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer with strong Linux experience to design and develop robust embedded software solutions for advanced hardware platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in C++ programming within Linux-based embedded environments, including system-level development, multi-threaded applications, and hardware-software integration

.Key Responsibilitie

  • sDesign, develop, and maintain embedded applications using C++ in Linux environments
  • .Develop system-level software, middleware, and application layers for embedded platforms
  • .Perform Linux system programming including multi-threading, IPC, sockets, and memory management
  • .Develop and integrate device drivers (user space and kernel space as required)
  • .Customize Linux kernel, configure device trees, and support board bring-up activities
  • .Work closely with hardware teams for debugging and hardware-software integration
  • .Implement and maintain communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, USB, Ethernet)
  • .Optimize software performance, memory usage, and system stability
  • .Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and code reviews
  • .Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues using debugging tools such as GDB, Valgrind, and Trace tools
  • .Maintain technical documentation including design specifications and test reports

.Required Qualification

  • sBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • .4–9 years of experience in embedded software development
  • .Strong proficiency in C++ (C++11/14/17 standards preferred)
  • .Solid experience with Embedded Linux systems
  • .Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles
  • .Experience with Linux system programming (threads, synchronization, signals, file systems)
  • .Experience with cross-compilation environments and build systems (Yocto, Buildroot, CMake)
  • .Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
  • .Strong debugging and problem-solving skills in Linux-based environments


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