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Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

Philadelphia, PA

In today's dynamic worksites, seamless collaboration between people and machines is essential. FORT's platform ensures safe, secure, and dynamic control that surpasses legacy systems and next-generation AI capabilities.

While autonomous machines offer significant advantages, they also introduce new safety challenges. FORT addresses these concerns by providing solutions such as the Wireless E-Stop, which allows operators to instantly stop any machine from a safe distance, enhancing safety during emergencies.

Additionally, FORT's Safe Remote Control enables operators to manage heavy machinery remotely, reducing the risk of accidents and improving visibility.

By ensuring communications integrity across any network, FORT empowers customers to protect their most valuable assets—people, data, and machines—ensuring they remain safe and secure.

FORT Robotics seeks talented and driven Senior Embedded Software Engineers to join our Device Platform team. This team develops the core embedded software to power our cutting-edge safety systems and devices. In this pivotal role, you will design, develop, and maintain critical foundational software components that ensure robust, reliable performance of our safety devices.

Ideal candidates approach challenges by focusing on end goals and applying innovative and creative problem-solving skills to meet ambitious objectives within tight deadlines. We value adaptability and resilience, which are essential for navigating complex technical challenges in a rapidly evolving technological environment. Your ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams will drive innovation and contribute significantly to achieving our broader organizational objectives.

We currently have three exciting opportunities within our Device Platform team:

  • Three openings for candidates at levels 3 or 4 (mid to senior level), focusing on general embedded software engineering.
  • One specialized role for a candidate with expertise in factory acceptance testing & provisioning. 

Responsibilities:

  • Embedded Software Development
    • Design, implement, and rigorously test robust and efficient embedded software, ensuring well-documented and maintainable code.
    • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline software delivery.
    • Contribute to and refine the device platform software architecture, proactively identifying opportunities for incremental improvements.
    • Follow a safety-oriented software development lifecycle to achieve relevant safety certifications.
  • Integration and Optimization
    • Integrate software with hardware, collaborating closely with hardware engineers.
    • Support the System Integration and Test team in developing new tests and troubleshooting issues.
    • Debug complex embedded software issues and optimize software performance.
  • Collaboration
    • Participate in thorough code reviews and contribute to continuously improving software development processes.
    • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and achieve organizational goals.
    • Create and maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation.

Qualifications:

Required

    • 5+ years of experience in embedded software development.
    • Strong proficiency in C and C++ for embedded systems.   
    • Expert knowledge of RTOS concepts, preferred experience in FreeRTOS or Zephyr.
    • Strong understanding of IP networking protocols and experience developing network-enabled embedded applications.
    • Experience debugging embedded systems using JTAG, GDB, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other hardware/software tools.
    • Experience with standard communication interfaces: SPI, I2C, RS-232, USB, CAN.
    • Experience with Python (experience with test automation is a plus).
    • Experience with unit testing frameworks for C/C++ in embedded systems, preferably Ceedling.
    • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, preferably GitLab.
    • A B.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Aerospace Engineering is preferred.

Preferred

    • Experience with embedded Linux application development using C++.
    • Experience with wireless communication methods such as BLE and ISM.
    • Experience with safety-critical software development, including knowledge of safety standards (ISO 26262, IEC 61508, etc.).
    • Experience implementing embedded system security features such as secure boot or cryptographic libraries.



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