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Cognizant

Embedded Developer -Onsite

Cognizant, Denver, CO

Key Responsibilities:

  • Embedded System Design: Design, develop, and test embedded software and firmware for microcontrollers, microprocessors, and SoCs (System on Chip).
  • Analyze and enhance the efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources
  • Hardware-Software Integration: Work closely with the hardware team to ensure seamless integration between software and hardware, optimizing performance, and troubleshooting issues.
  • Firmware Development: Develop efficient, reliable, and maintainable firmware for embedded systems, including coding, debugging, and testing.
  • System Optimization: Identify and implement optimizations to improve system performance, power efficiency, and stability.
  • Testing and Validation: Conduct extensive testing, debugging, and validation of embedded systems to ensure reliability and compliance with quality standards.
  • Documentation: Create comprehensive technical documentation, including system requirements, design specifications, and user guides.
  • Collaboration and Support: Provide technical support to other departments and assist in troubleshooting complex embedded system issues.
  • Provide post-production support by managing defects and implementing necessary updates and patches

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in embedded systems development.

· Location: Denver CO USA ( Onsite )

  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficiency in programming languages like C, C++, and Assembly; experience with Python or other scripting languages is a plus.
    • Experience with microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex, AVR, PIC) and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
    • Familiarity with embedded development tools (e.g., JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
    • Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting on embedded targets.
    • Experience in hardware-software co-design and debugging using tools like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers.
    • Understanding of protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, and USB.
  • Preferred Knowledge:
    • Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet).
    • Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review.
    • Familiarity with Agile development practices and source control (e.g., Git).

Additional Attributes:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.