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Fortive

Staff Embedded Software Design Engineer

Fortive, Everett, WA


Description:Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment?  Collaborating across team functions to meet customer needs?  Working with a great team of people and bridging embedded software applications to the physical world?  Then, come join our development team here in Everett, WA. As a Senior Embedded Software Design Engineer, the qualifying candidate will be part of the Embedded Software Engineering OS and Platform firmware team in developing, sustaining, and supporting low-level firmware and platforms for across Fluke's product line. Work on this team will be involved in the development of challenging, cutting-edge embedded software for the operation and control of handheld and benchtop instruments used in test and measurement, calibration, networking, infrared/acoustic imaging, and power quality. Our embedded software enables our customers to visualize, diagnose, track, calibrate, and report issues using a wide range of Fluke products. The ideal candidate will bring an aptitude for bridging platforms to provide our customers with the best products in the world. This candidate will have overall responsibility for designing and implementing embedded software for our products. They will develop effective, efficient, and reliable embedded software during project phases. They will continuously design, develop, and improve the existing software platform to meet the needs of our customers and maintain a robust, modern development environment.Responsibilities: Serve both as a technical leader and as an individual contributor developing Embedded Software Programs for Microcontrollers and Microprocessor programmable systemsWork with other embedded software application & UI development teams to deliver full stack solutionsLead in development of software abstraction layers for processor architecture, board and chipsets interfaces, using Board Support Packages (BSPs), device Trees, ARM CMSIS and other hardware abstraction interfacesCollaborate with the hardware and systems team for board bring-up, firmware specifications, and requirements.Maintain, patch and upgrade our Linux kernel and update drivers based on product requirements and ensuring compliance with Secure Product Development practicesPartner with Third Party Vendors and contract suppliers to deliver on project needs and contribute to requirements and Statements of Work (SOWs) for external effortsContribute to and govern a shared component library full drivers, logging mechanisms, APIs, IPC, and computational algorithms.Perform firmware verification of modules, applications, embedded OS drivers using unit tests, static-analysis and hardware-in-the-loop testingSupport advanced research and product development efforts through evaluating new chipsets, technologies or libraries. Follow team standards for firmware/software development, including project planning, documentation, design reviews, firmware testing, project status reporting, and software configuration management. Own our Embedded Software product through the entire development Lifecycle through stages of design, implementation, test/verification, documentation, release, maintenance and sustainment; support any internal and external customers through this processWork collaboratively with others to achieve goalsAble to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environmentQualifications:Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with strong firmware/software development background.At least 10+ yrs. experience in software development with C/C++ working with Microcontrollers & Microprocessors, preferable ARM ArchitecturesAt least 10+ yrs. experience developing embedded software for technical products including supporting the full software lifecycleStrong knowledge and software development experience in customizing Linux Distros using Yocto Strong knowledge and software development experience with best practices in firmware architecture, multithreaded/concurrent software designs, modular software and Objected Oriented Design (OOD)Expert knowledge of modern cross-compiler toolchains, build systems and environment tools to generate software builds and build artifacts, including GCC, Make/CMake, yocto, and docker etc.Expert usage of source control software (preferably Git)Expert skills in Embedded Software verification, debugging and troubleshooting techniques on and off target.Effective written and verbal communication abilities to engage with diverse cross-function teams.An Inherent desire to lead, support, mentor and collaborate with fellow teammates, fostering a sense of camaraderie and collaboration.Possess a growth mindset, unafraid to seek help, learn from failures, question decisions, and constantly strive for improvement.Additional QualificationsExperience in leading non-project organizational initiatives, small and/or large project teams in FirmwareExperience working with RTOS and bare-metal embedded softwareExperience with various communication interfaces such as USART, I2C, CAN, SPI, USB, etcExperience with TCP/IP protocols or other common networking protocolsAbility to develop in Agile-based or scrum processes across multiple projects. Experience using cloud based CICD infrastructure to build and automate testingAptitude for learning new programming languages, tools, concepts, practices and technologiesFortive Corporation OverviewFortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.Operating Company:FlukeJob Function:Engineering:Fluke is leading the world in creating software, test tools and technology that will support customers today and in the future. We are a customer-obsessed market leader with a strong reputation for reliability, quality and safety.A wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation (www.fortive.com), Fluke is a global corporation headquartered in the greater Seattle area. Driven by the successful Fortive Business System, Fluke offers the passion of a startup with the resources of a Fortune 500 company. We are focused on the growth of our individual employees, teams and the Fluke brand. “We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com. “Pay Range:The salary range for this position is (in local currency) Everett, WA: $136,505 - 253,460. . Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge; skills; experience; and other eligibility factors such as geographic location. The Total Rewards package includes competitive base pay and an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.Is this role subject to ITAR?:The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.Bonus or Equity:This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.Department:Engineering