Lead Embedded Software Engineer

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Lead Embedded Software Engineer I at Gentex is responsible for leading a team of embedded software engineers and writing and developing embedded software.

Location: This position requires on-site work at Gentex facilities. This role is not eligible for remote work.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead the execution of full development lifecycle including Requirements Analysis, Software Architecture, Software Design, Algorithm Design, Unit Test Development, Integration Test Development, Embedded Software Development, Software Verification and Validation.
• Design and implement new features for our embedded platforms, including, but not limited to, bringing up new cameras, SoC’s, sensors, chipsets and other driver development.
• Lead code reviews, estimation and planning meetings.
• Drive process improvement and software compliance activities.
• Provide technical leadership and influence in the execution of all primary responsibilities.
• Mentor and foster professional growth of engineers and encourage career progression within Gentex.
• Stay current with industry trends and drive continuous improvement of process.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Hardware, Mechanical, Product, Software Project Engineering and System Engineering to support execution of products into software, assure software/hardware integration and quality.
• Participate in Product Launch Teams as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

HOW YOU’LL DO IT

• Technical expertise - Demonstrating depth of knowledge and skill in a technical area.
• Managing complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Mentoring and coaching - Providing timely guidance and feedback (both positive and constructive) to help others recognize strengths and development opportunities. Inviting tough conversations.
• Optimizing work processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational adaptability - Demonstrating the flexibility to adapt to changing environments. Adjusting approach to adapt to shifting demands.
• Fostering teamwork - Building effective partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
• Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.

WHAT TO BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• 6+ years of technical experience in all phases of software development lifecycle.
• 2+ years of experience as a mentor or a leader.
• High proficiency in C, C++ languages, assembly languages, and real time operating systems.
• Detailed, ongoing, current knowledge of electronics components and systems.
• Broad technical skills and exemplary technical dependability in all product phases.
• In-depth knowledge of embedded systems.
• Requires a person who is highly motivated and demonstrates good communication and people skills.
• Must be able to balance multiple responsibilities and have strong multi-tasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

WHAT WILL HELP

• Strong Linux Experience.
• Experience working on video, audio, signal processing and compression.
• Experience working on Camera development and Image Signal Processing.
• Experience working on Wi-Fi and BLE.
• Familiarity with tools like Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, JIRA, Azure DevOps etc.
• Familiarity with Agile processes.
• Familiarity with static analysis tools, code coverage metrics and unit test generation.

Gentex is an equal opportunity employer

Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.

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Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at

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. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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