Principal Embedded Software Engineer Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Principal Embedded Software Engineer Doble Engineering Company $137,042.07 – Midpoint $171,302.58 United States, Massachusetts, Marlborough 123 Felton Street (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025
Description

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer for Embedded Application Development who will be responsible for providing leadership in the development of cutting-edge test and monitoring products used in the power industry. This position requires the application of technical expertise to lead the team in the development of new products and features for our instruments. The technical leader will be required to work with minimal direction and will be given considerable latitude in determining the technical objectives of assignments with the cooperation of development managers. This role will be based in our Marlborough, MA office reporting to the Firmware Development Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Design, develop, test and document software components and applications
Focus on embedded real-time, multi-processor systems but comfortable with design of PC based applications
Work with engineering project teams to provide architectural leadership
Lead technical requirements gathering, estimating, and planning efforts
Leverage internal component reusability and open source solutions to improve time to market
Develop products to promote the ease of implementing automated test suites
Familiar with message bus technologies and implementations
Develop clear development metrics for testing status and progress monitoring dashboards
Develop a skill set to be a key person to technically triage customer issues, as needed interface to the customer
Mentorship of junior engineers and on-going professional development activities
Interface with mechanical, electrical, systems, and test engineers
Identify and implement process and development environment improvements
Responsible for working with development and project managers to assist in technical decision making
Ensure cross product implementation consistency
Work with other product teams on solutions
Travel requirement: less than 5%

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

15+ years of work experience in firmware and software development on embedded devices
5+ years of work experience in a technical leadership role
Expertise in multi-threaded and multi-core application development with C++11 or higher version
Solid understanding and experience in object-oriented analysis, design and implementation
Familiarity and experience working with Linux based application development, Device drivers, Makefiles, build system and scripting languages such as python and bash
Basic understanding of networking, TCP/UDP/IP, DHCP, Ethernet frames, IP packets, VLANS and COS
Working experience with DMA engine, I2C, SPI, network switches, and designing hardware and software interfaces
Experience managing code management systems such as Bitbucket
Team communication and collaboration experience (Such as a wiki)
Experience working with hardware teams to isolate failure causes
Proven track record of proactively working with the development and QA stakeholders
Strong technical capabilities of a developer combined with a passion for assuring product quality
Project management skills, including planning, estimation and requirements management

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

(Not Required): Experience working in an agile engineering environment
Experience Windows applications with C#
Experience working with Atlassian Jira, Confluence
Knowledge of network equipment including protectors, relays, transformers and power cables
Knowledge of

IEC 61850

communication protocols
Strong communication skills that interweave presentation skills with the problem-solving process
Strong interpersonal skill set
Strong computer skills including network load flow software
Well-developed technical writing skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Expert knowledge of scripting and programming languages including C/C++ and Perl/Python
Expert knowledge of embedded multiprocessor systems, software/hardware test and validation, bug life cycle management, software development methodologies (waterfall and agile)
Ability to express ideas clearly in written and oral communications
Willingness and motivation to assume increased responsibility
Ability to quickly prototype new concepts and ideas
Ability to provide creativity while solving complex problems without known solutions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job the employee is often required to stand, sit, use computers, read, write, type, use copy machines, file paperwork, use telephones, and utilize written and oral communication to interact with clients, co-workers, and customers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job. Must be capable of lifting 30 pounds. Must use assistance when lifting 50 or more pounds. Actual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job related skills, as well as relevant education or training experience.
Salary Pay Range Minimum $137,042.07 – Midpoint $171,302.58 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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