Embedded Software Engineer (Urbandale, IA, 50391) | 10/09/26

Job Description Skills:

Embedded Systems Testing,

GNSS / GPS Technology,

Precision Agriculture Systems,

CAN Bus, J1939, CANoe,

System Validation & Verification,

Regression & Integration Testing,

Telemetry and Log Analysis,

ECU and Firmware Validation,

Test Automation (Python),

Field / On-Machine Testing,

HIL/SIL Testing,

Root Cause Analysis and Debugging Job Description & Skill Requirement:

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures for GNSS software, receiver functionality, and embedded control systems.
  
• Validate software and system requirements, ensuring complete test coverage and traceability.
  
• Document verification and validation results, test reports, and defect summaries.
  
• Execute test procedures requiring on-machine testing to evaluate real-world performance and system behavior.
  
• Perform system validation, verification testing, functional testing, and regression testing for embedded software releases.
  
• Analyze logs, CAN traces, and telemetry data to identify software defects and performance issues.
  
• Troubleshoot software, firmware, hardware integration, and test automation issues.
  
• Support release validation activities and coordinate regression testing efforts prior to product releases.
  
• Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, and product teams to reproduce, analyze, and resolve defects.
  
• Maintain and enhance test tools, automation frameworks, and test environments to improve testing efficiency.
  
• Track, document, and verify defects through resolution and closure.
  
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and reliability. Required Skills
  
• Strong understanding of embedded software testing and validation methodologies.
  
• Experience with CAN bus communication protocols and CAN-based diagnostics.
  
• Knowledge of system validation, verification testing, integration testing, and regression testing.
  
• Ability to analyze system logs, CAN traces, and telemetry data.
  
• Experience with equipment setup, installation, configuration, and field testing activities.
  
• Familiarity with defect management and requirements traceability processes.
  
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills for software, firmware, and hardware interactions.
  
• Experience with test automation frameworks and validation tools. Preferred Qualifications
  
• Familiarity with GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) technology, receiver operation, and positioning systems.
  
• Knowledge of Precision Agriculture systems, including guidance, navigation, and machine automation solutions.
  
• Experience working with off-highway, agricultural, automotive, or heavy equipment electronic systems.
  
• Exposure to HIL/SIL testing environments and automated validation frameworks.
  
• Experience with J1939 communication protocols and vehicle network diagnostics.
  
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Desired Competencies
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional global teams.
  
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality products.
  
• Proactive approach toward continuous improvement and test automation initiatives.

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience Embedded Software Engineer1 United States