Embedded Software Engineer - Operating System

Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop solutions across a wide range of ruggedized hardware products and applications. Working in our Embedded Operating System team you will contribute to all stages of the product development cyclefrom planning and design to testing debug and customer support. X-ES will provide the opportunity to work in a high-tech environment where creativity is encouraged and rewarded.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop software in an Agile-based model utilizing best practices including peer reviews coding standards and requirement generation.
• Write OS-level drivers and Board Support Packages (BSPs) for embedded processor boards and their on-board peripherals. Target architectures include x86 PowerPC ARM and others.
• Create maintainable APIs services utilities and drivers.
• Collaborate with peers across the organization to quickly resolve issues and ensure a high level of product quality.
• Maintain documentation related to BSP releases and applications used by customers and internal developers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Software Engineering Computer Science or related field.
• Computer proficiency and a high level of organization with strong attention to detail.
• Highly self-motivated in order to drive projects forward with strong organizational skills and ability to meet project deadlines.
• Strong written verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently.
• Ability to work onsite from our facility located at 9901 Silicon Prairie Parkway in Verona WI.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with one or more of the following is a plus: VxWorks Linux kernel development embedded systems and register-level device access.
• Experience with tools used in a Continuous Integration and Delivery Environment (Docker Test Automation Jama).
• Advanced knowledge of debugging techniques (ICD simulators scopes logging etc.).
• C application development in an OS agnostic environment.
• Proficiency with C programming in an embedded environment and knowledge of embedded security concepts and principles.
• Comfort with Python scripting and module creation.
• Practical experience with revision control (especially Git).
• Familiarity with Windows troubleshooting and application/driver development.
• Experience with a range of communication and networking protocols.

Compensation and Benefits

X-ES offers a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits including:

• No-deductible low-copay group health and dental insurance (90% employer paid)
• Health and wellness benefits coverage eligibility begins on the first of the month following your start date
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)
• Paid time off plus eight paid holidays a year
• 401(k) employer match up to 4% subject to plan terms & waiting periods. Roth option is available.
• Participation in the 100% employee-owned Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost to employees

X-ES also takes a casual small-business approach to company culture. At our state-of-the-art office and manufacturing facility located in Madisons growing tech corridor theres no formal dress code flexible day shift scheduling and dedicated personal workspaces. Our employees kick back at regular company events and enjoy lunches from local pizza places and food carts. At X-ES we strive to offer a comfortable relaxed environment for our employees to do their best work.

About X-ES

When rugged enough isnt rugged enough for embedded computing systems industry leaders in the military aerospace industrial and commercial sectors turn to Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES). Because we strive to be the premier provider of mission-critical embedded products while delivering exceptional levels of customer and employee satisfaction we hire strong contributors and give them space to thrive. As a 100% employee-owned company our employees both drive and directly benefit from our success. Together we meticulously design and build products that stand up to some of the most extreme conditions on the planet.

X-ES is located on the far west side of Madison WI. The company designs and manufactures rugged embedded computing solutions for a variety of applications. For more information visit.

X-ES is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or any other category protected by law.

All X-ES job postings and application procedures are posted in compliance with Section39.08 of the Madison General Ordinances.