Embedded Software Engineeer III

Embedded Software Engineeer III

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Embedded Software Engineer III for an onsite opportunity

Position Title: Embedded Software Engineer III

Location: Bellevue, WA

Anticipated Start Date: 9/29/2025

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Contract - [FULL TIME (40 Hours a week)]

Pay Range: $75/hr.-$85/hr.

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Responsibilities:

Develop low-level, embedded software components in C including microcode, system RTOS, DSP algorithms, PHY/MAC firmware.

Develop Board Support Packages (BSPs), drivers, kernels, and software for managing hardware peripherals (e.g., I2C, PCIe).

Work closely with hardware engineering teams and software counterparts to define firmware/software interfaces.

Coordinate execution of firmware releases, including running and reporting on validation tests.

Track and manage defects, document root causes, and work on corrective actions.

Participate in code reviews and maintain good code hygiene.

Requirements:

B.S. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

1+ years' Experience developing embedded software/firmware that uses wireless communications in microcontroller-based systems like Bluetooth, BLE, 802.15.4, Sub-GHz, or 802.11 with a focus on low latency high throughput use of the peripheral real world application scenarios.

4+ years' experience in use of the C language for systems or firmware software development with a good knowledge of C build systems, debuggers, and profiling tools

4+ years' experience with Cortex-M or similar architecture microcontroller-based system design with experience writing and maintaining integrated on-chip peripheral device drivers for microcontrollers

Experience in interfacing the use of simple serial interfaces like UART, SPI, and I2C to interface sensors, memory devices, or other external peripherals and the ability to use sniffers and logic analyzers to verify working embedded software support at the system level.

Ability to autonomously identify, report, and solve problems with minimal direction.

Ability to work in a dynamic, high-paced environment where job duties may change frequently

Preferred Qualifications:

Direct working experience with creating new BLE GATT services, BLE sniffing and performance profiling tools, and optimization of BLE performance in the context of interoperability.

Experience with Infineon PSoC Creator and Modus Toolbox toolchains and the PSoC6x family of microcontrollers

Experience in the use of electromechanical transducers like encoders, load cells/strain gauges, or capacitive force/displacement sensors

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 243637 when responding to this ad.

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