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How will you contribute -

We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable C/C++ Software Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and troubleshooting software for embedded systems, focusing on real-time operating systems and networking protocols.

Required skills -

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance C/C++ software for embedded systems, primarily on Linux and Vx Works 653 platforms.

• Implement and optimize data structures and algorithms to meet performance and memory constraints.

• Develop and debug interprocess communication mechanisms within embedded environments.

• Contribute to the design and implementation of networking protocols and features.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects, including those related to embedded operating systems and hardware interactions.

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to define requirements, design solutions, and integrate software components.

• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment and maintenance.

• Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and development methodologies.

• Document software designs, specifications, and test plans.

• Assist in database implementation and integration where applicable.

• Must Haves -· 2-5 Years of Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming languages.

• 2+ Years of Extensive experience with embedded systems development.

• Demonstrated expertise in embedded operating systems, including Linux and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as Vx Works 653.

• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms.

• Experience with interprocess communication (IPC) mechanisms.

• Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols.

• Proven ability in software design and development methodologies.

• Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to foster collaboration within a team environment.

Assets -

• High degree of adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies. Experience with database implementation is a plus.

Experience in python is a plus.

Experience in Automation is a plus.

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