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GENERAL ROBOTICS (a SIG SAUER Company)

engineering opportunity

Embedded Software Engineer II

The Embedded Software Engineer II is responsible for developing and maintaining moderately complex embedded software systems for new and legacy products. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system integration, perform testing, and provide technical mentorship to junior staff.

Exeter, New Hampshire, United StatesonsiteFULL_TIME

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About the role

What will you do at GENERAL ROBOTICS (a SIG SAUER Company)?

Embedded Software Engineer II

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms,

electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons

stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and

thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss

precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and

innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the

global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and

responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite

firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy.

Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,400 employees

across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global

facilities. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™. For more

information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com

[http://www.sigsauer.com]

Position Summary: The Embedded Software Engineer II is responsible for

developing moderately complex software system designs for new products as well

as design improvements to legacy products. They will exercise sound engineering

judgement and present analysis summaries which support design decisions. The

Embedded Software Engineer II is a capable individual contributor who can

independently deliver production-ready embedded code, contribute to design

discussions, and support system integration. They are proficient in embedded

architecture and real-time programming, and participate in code reviews. The

Software Engineer II will work both independently and in a team environment with

Software Engineers, Design Engineers, NPI Managers, and Test Technicians.

Collaboration with other departments including manufacturing, Quality, and

Assembly is expected.

FLSA: Exempt

Job Duties and

Responsibilities

  • * Design and develop software components with a focus on efficiency,
  • scalability, and maintainability, ensuring they meet product requirements and
  • integrate seamlessly with existing systems.
  • * Contribute to refining development processes by identifying inefficiencies
  • and suggesting improvements. Take ownership of small features, ensuring
  • adherence to best practices and quality standards.
  • * Contribute to R&D projects in a team setting to meet project delivery dates.
  • * Perform testing and analyze test data. Create test reports to determine if
  • design and process meet functional and performance specifications.
  • * Contribute to release planning by identifying potential risks and ensuring
  • proper test coverage. Assist in automating deployment processes and improving
  • release documentation.
  • * Understand basic software concepts for manufactured systems, including
  • control, integration, and testing. Assist in troubleshooting.
  • * Proactively evaluate and integrate complex technical information to design
  • robust systems, providing technical direction and mentorship to ensure the
  • software meets scalability and performance standards for product success.
  • * Provide technical assistance to both internal software development teams and
  • external software component suppliers, helping to identify and resolve issues
  • in the build process, ensuring smooth integration and maintaining project
  • timelines.
  • * Identify the underlying causes of software issues or system failures. Analyze
  • logs, trace errors, and diagnose software bugs, aiming to resolve issues that
  • affect the functionality and performance of the software.
  • * Actively participate in the SIG SAUER NPI (New Product Introduction) process.
  • * Start building supportive mentorship connections with less experienced
  • engineers and cross-functional team members.
  • * Travel on an infrequent basis.
  • * Engage in and actively volunteer for Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.
  • * Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
  • * Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
  • * Miscellaneous duties as assigned.
  • Education/Experience & Skills:
  • * Bachelor of Science in software Engineering, and 3-6 years of previous
  • experience as a Software Engineer.
  • * Ability to develop and optimize embedded software, including C/C++ for
  • microcontrollers and real-time operating systems (RTOS). Proficiency in
  • debugging tools, low-level drivers, firmware development, and communication
  • protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN) is essential. Use of an IDE for development
  • like VSCode and version control with Git are essential.
  • * Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • * Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and
  • information to others, both verbally and in written form.
  • * Classwork and practical software engineering design experience.
  • * Ability to interpret technical instructions in schematic, mathematical or
  • diagram form.
  • * Collaborate with external development teams to evaluate third-party tools and
  • work directly with them for the development of custom software solutions that
  • meet organizational requirements and technical specifications.
  • * Ability to write reports and procedures, and effectively present information
  • to team members and management.
  • * Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid
  • conclusions, and present and execute viable solutions.
  • * Experience using and maintaining firearms is preferred.
  • Working Conditions:
  • * Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a
  • keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
  • * Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist,
  • lift and move files.
  • * Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
  • * Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
  • * Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to
  • SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates.
  • Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
  • race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran
  • status or other characteristics protected by law.

Which skills does this role require?

Embedded Software DevelopmentC/C++MicrocontrollersRTOSFirmware DevelopmentDebuggingUARTSPII2CCANGitVSCodeSystem IntegrationTechnical DocumentationMentorshipNew Product IntroductionEmbedded SoftwareCC++FirmwareNPI5S StandardsISO ProceduresR&DSoftware EngineeringContinuous ImprovementFirearmsElectro-opticsScalabilityMaintainabilityVersion ControlEmbedded ArchitectureReal-time Programming

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