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Embedded Software Developer C++

RFA Engineering

Job Location:

Chillicothe, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 75000 - 115000

Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)

Application Deadline: 27 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

RFA Engineering () is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking an entry-level to experienced candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customers world-class engineering and manufacturing facility.

This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includesopportunitiesfor professional growth direct hire by our customers and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Embedded SoftwareDeveloper C

The main function of this position is to apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design development testing and evaluation of the embedded software and systems that make computers work. A typical embedded software engineer researches designs develops and tests operating systems-level software compilers and network distribution software for medical industrial military communications aerospace business scientific and general computing applications.

Responsibilities

Design develop and implement embedded software solutions in C for embedded devices and systems supporting the full product lifecycle from requirements definition through production deployment and ongoing product support.
Develop and maintain firmware and software architectures for real-time embedded applications ensuring compliance with performance reliability and quality requirements.
Analyze debug and optimize software performance to improve system efficiency stability scalability and resource utilization across embedded platforms.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define software requirements develop technical specifications and integrate software with hardware components and communication interfaces.
Design implement and maintain logical and physical database structures data management solutions and associated software interfaces to support application functionality and system performance.
Perform software verification validation troubleshooting and root-cause analysis to identify and resolve defects throughout the development process.
Create and maintain technical documentation including software design descriptions test procedures interface specifications and user documentation.
Evaluate project requirements assess technical feasibility and provide development effort timeline and cost estimates to support project planning and execution.
Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure adherence to software development best practices coding standards and quality processes.
Support product launch activities and provide ongoing enhancements maintenance and technical support for commercialized embedded software products.

Requirements

BS in Software Computer Electrical or other relevant Engineering degree.
Experience with C or C development.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated quick learner with an any-problem-can-be-solved attitude.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Ability to identify needed actions and act to resolve issues.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively.
Ability to thrive in a team environment.
Must have a valid Drivers License.

Desired Attributes

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across engineering manufacturing and cross-functional teams.
Proven analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities with a customer-focused approach to identifying and resolving technical issues.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics circuit diagrams component datasheets and hardware interface documentation.
Understanding of the complete Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including requirements gathering system analysis software design development testing deployment and maintenance.
Experience debugging embedded software and hardware issues performing root-cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to improve system reliability.
Knowledge of computer hardware architectures microcontrollers embedded systems real-time operating systems (RTOS) and peripheral interfaces.
Strong programming experience in C and/or C including object-oriented design principles data structures memory management and embedded software development best practices.
Familiarity with embedded development tools IDEs debuggers version control systems (Git) and software configuration management processes.
Experience developing maintaining or interacting with databases and software applications utilizing technologies such as SQL Visual Basic or similar programming languages and development environments.
Ability to create and maintain software design documentation test plans technical specifications and validation reports.
Knowledge of communication protocols such as CAN UART SPI I2C Ethernet or similar embedded networking technologies is preferred.
Experience with software testing verification validation and continuous improvement methodologies in embedded product development environments.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $75000-$115000 Commensurate with experience

About RFA Engineering

RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is the development of off highway equipment including agricultural construction mining recreational industrial and special machines. Our work includes concept development product design documentation problem-solving simulation optimization and testing of components systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Minneapolis branch office in Dubuque IA and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.

Competitive Benefits