About this opportunity
Motion Recruitment Partners LLC lists this Senior Software Engineer opportunity in salem, New Hampshire. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join a leading developer of advanced sensing, imaging, and inspection technologies as a full-time Senior Embedded Software Engineer. This opportunity is based in a suburban technology hub outside the Boston area and focuses on creating software that powers sophisticated hardware systems used in high-reliability environments worldwide.
If you're motivated by solving complex engineering challenges at the intersection of software and hardware, this role offers the chance to work on products with real-world impact. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, influence technical direction, and contribute throughout the entire product lifecycle, from architecture and development through validation and deployment. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys working close to the hardware while continuing to grow their technical leadership and system-level expertise.
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
7+ years of professional experience developing embedded or platform-level software
Advanced programming skills with C and C++ in Linux-based environments
Experience developing applications that communicate directly with electronic devices, controllers, or embedded hardware
Strong understanding of concurrent programming, real-time processing concepts, and software performance optimization
Track record of diagnosing and resolving challenging hardware/software interaction issues
Excellent analytical thinking and cross-functional collaboration skills
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience working with Embedded Linux, RTOS, or similar operating environments
Knowledge of low-level hardware interfaces, communication buses, or device driver development
Familiarity with debugging and code-analysis tools
Scripting experience using Python, Shell scripting, or similar languages
Exposure to motion control systems, industrial automation equipment, sensors, or electromechanical products
Experience supporting products in regulated, safety-critical, or highly reliable operating environments
Background involving imaging systems, inspection technology, aerospace, defense, or security-related applications
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
70% Embedded Linux Development
15% Software Architecture & Design
15% Hardware Integration & Validation
Daily Responsibilities
75% Hands-On Software Engineering
10% Technical Planning & Documentation
15% Cross-Functional Collaboration
Key Responsibilities
Develop software components that manage and coordinate complex system functionality
Create applications that interface directly with embedded hardware and control subsystems
Design and maintain high-performance multi-threaded software running in Linux environments
Investigate and resolve integration issues discovered during development, manufacturing, and deployment
Work closely with systems, electrical, mechanical, and quality engineering teams to define and validate interfaces
Participate in requirements development, system architecture discussions, test planning, and technical reviews
Support performance analysis, fault isolation, and continuous product improvement initiatives
Champion best practices related to code quality, maintainability, reliability, and software development processes
The Offer
Competitive hourly or salary compensation (based on experience)
Potential bonus eligibility
Opportunity to contribute to globally deployed, mission-critical technology solutions
Collaborative engineering culture with strong technical mentorship and growth opportunities
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for eligible employees)
Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k)
Paid Time Off (for eligible employees)
Professional Development Opportunities
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Worksite address
salem, NH, 03079, US
Who can apply
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