Job Title:
Software Engineer Job Description Join a global leader in pressure and temperature calibration, contributing to a team that provides innovative solutions and products to a wide range of industries worldwide. You will work across a spectrum of projects, including sustaining engineering, new product development, and production support, with a focus on software and firmware applications. Responsibilities Work on and take ownership of software and firmware development tasks. Engage in design discussions and participate in code reviews. Troubleshoot software and firmware applications. Mentor interns or new hires and participate in team discussions. Fix bugs and support production with technical expertise. Essential Skills At least 5 years of experience in software engineering. Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field is required; a Master's Degree is preferred. Experience with embedded software and low-level communication protocols. Proficiency in working with custom Linux builds and bare-metal environments. Strong knowledge of embedded hardware, Linux, Yocto, and cybersecurity. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in manufacturing or production settings is a plus. Ability to articulate complex technical experiences effectively. Work Environment You will be working in a manufacturing/production setting, seated with marketing and sales in a modern, well-equipped facility. The team is small and collaborative, comprising a lead and two other engineers. The company offers a family-like culture with a very friendly atmosphere, including a breakroom stocked with snacks, drinks, and coffee, as well as an onsite gym for employees. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Marcos, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $48.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in San Marcos,TX.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.