Job Description

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek –– so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.

We are looking for a talented Software/Firmware Engineer to join our R&D group at our Little Falls (Wilmington), Delaware site, located midway between Baltimore and Philadelphia. There, we have 800 people inventing, designing, building, and marketing products that dominate the market for Chemical Analysis. Our products are frequently behind the headlines in the news, from environmental regulations to new drug discoveries to Homeland Security.

As a Software/Firmware Engineer in Agilent’s R&D group, you’ll play a vital role in designing and developing next-generation solutions for our Gas Chromatograph, Automated Sample Handling, and Automated Sample Preparation products. You’ll be involved in all aspects of the development lifecycle—from requirements and design to implementation and testing—for embedded software applications, libraries, and development tools. This is a hands-on, collaborative role. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams including software and firmware engineers, mechanical and electrical engineers, and chemists to create complete systems.

Location: Wilmington, DE

Hours: Must be able to work between the hours 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and test embedded software and supporting tools for R&D systems and instrumentation

• Translate product requirements into robust and scalable code.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create complete hardware/software systems

• Integrate and validate third-party tools and libraries.

• Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (C/C++)

• Experience with real-time control of hardware and embedded systems

• Development experience with microprocessors or microcontrollers for bare-metal applications

• Familiarity with device communication protocols such as TCP/IP, RS-232, and RS-485

• Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Added Bonus if you have:

• Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git, Clear Case)

• Integration of third-party libraries, software, or development tools

• Embedded Linux development experience

• Additional programming skills in Assembly, Python, C#, or Java

• Knowledge of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD) principles

• Experience with the .NET framework and Visual Studio

• Familiarity with databases and SQL

• Understanding of Agile or Waterfall development methodologies

• GUI development experience

• Exposure to FPGA development

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least October 22, 2025 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $114,080.00 - $178,250.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required:

Occasional

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date:

Job Function:

R&D