Embedded Software Engineer

Who we are:

Hellbender Inc. is a Pennsylvania Benefit Corporation who partners with innovators to mature their Artificial Intelligence enabled computing sensors and produce their solutions onshore at prototype to high volumes. Hellbender is intentionally forming an inclusive work environment and is committed to uplifting the historically marginalized identities including veterans, women, trans and non-white races in our community and industry.

Job Summary:

As an Embedded Software Engineer at Hellbender, you will have a key role in developing new products, including cameras and robotic sensors, from the ground up. You will have the opportunity and responsibility to generate innovative solutions to address unique issues on a wide variety of projects. The coding will consist of C, C++, and Python development in an embedded Linux environment. An ideal candidate would have familiarity with Object-Oriented design methodologies and code analysis. United States veteran and diverse candidates are encouraged to apply at any experience level.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Working on embedded platform software in a Linux-based environment.

Writing event-driven and asynchronous applications primarily in C, C++ and Python.

Writing software that communicates with and controls other devices over interfaces including CAN, UART, I2C, SPI and others

Using oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, multimeters, and other tools for electronic diagnostics

Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes:

Raspberry Pi and Arduino experience highly preferred

Strong documentation skills highly preferred

Bachelors or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering preferred

1-3 year’s experience of hands-on experience in embedded engineering is preferred, but new graduates familiar with embedded systems are invited to apply.

Knowledge of SW product cycle

Working experience using Linux

Working experience with C, C++ and/or Python

Good working knowledge of revision control and code review tools like Git

Previous experience manipulating GPIO preferred

Ability to read schematics and data sheets with hands-on experience debugging hardware platforms preferred

Excellent team player with strong communication skills (written and verbal) is essential

Compensation:

This will be a salaried, exempt position. Compensation to be discussed relative to experience and abilities. This position will be open to the company yearly bonus and retirement savings programs.

Benefits:

401(k)

5% Safe Harbor Contribution to 401k by Hellbender

Flexible spending account

Dental insurance, 100% by Hellbender for employees and their families

Health insurance, 100% by Hellbender for employees and their families

Vision insurance, 100% by Hellbender for employees and their families

7.5 weeks total paid time off

Profit Sharing (through 401k)

Hybrid work environment flexible work schedule

Work Location: UPARC Pittsburgh

Opportunity for advancement:

Hellbender is a growing business and follows a policy that prioritizes internal promotions. As new positions are created new opportunities for advancement will be created as well.