Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience., At least 6 years of relevant experience in embedded software development., Expertise in wireless communication protocols such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi., Proficiency in embedded C/C++, scripting languages like Python, and understanding of hardware architectures..

Key responsibilities:

Develop embedded software, firmware, and tools for IoT products.

Collaborate with hardware engineers, system architects, and project managers.

Create and execute software test procedures and debug issues.

Mentor junior team members and contribute to high-level architecture decisions.

Perks & Benefits:

At KCF, we are committed to providing bestinclass benefits, engaging development opportunities, and powerful perks that are focused on bringing out the best in you.

Fulltime benefits include:

100% companypaid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance premiums

Health Savings Account with generous employer contributions

Flexible work model for most positions, “work from home, work from anywhere”

Competitive compensation & bonus opportunities

Four weeks Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays + Flex Holiday

401(K) with company match

Monthly cell phone and internet stipend

$500 annual wellness reimbursement

Learning culture committed to growth and continuous development

Mission & Values:

KCF Technologies exists to solve the worlds machine health problems to drive safety and sustainability for our communities. We empower industry to eradicate downtime, waste, and injuries with KCFs Machine Health Solutions Platform. Learn more at www.kcftech.com

Curious about what working at KCF is really like? Explore Life at KCF here! If you’re an Aplayer who wants to be part of one of the most important companies revitalizing machine health across the world, KCF is the place for you. If our values resonate with you, please keep reading!

Core Values:

Smarts: We are humbly aggressive lifelong learners.

Grit: We are scrappy, proactive problem solvers who don’t stop until the job is done.

Drive: We demonstrate an insatiable hunger to serve others.

Responsibility: We do the right thing and contribute to the greater good.

Autonomy: We own our work and define how we do it, while aligned with the greater mission.

Where You Come In:

We are currently seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our growing team! As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer on the Hardware Team, youll have the opportunity to work on a collaborative team of engineers in one of the most exciting fields in technology! This candidate must be willing to work in person in the State College, PA office. Relocation assistance may be offered depending on the candidate’s location and experience.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Essential Functions:

Develop embedded software, firmware, and supporting tools for KCF’s IoT products

Actively participate as a member of the embedded software team and attend team meetings

Collaborate with hardware engineers, system architects, product managers, project managers,
and other software teams

Create and execute software test procedures and automated test frameworks

Debug embedded software issues and test failures

Use version control and issue tracking tools to track code changes and assigned tasks

Produce documentation for software projects such as design specifications and release notes

Mentor junior members of the team

Review Git Pull Requests from other team members

Assist in defining highlevel architecture and requirements for embedded software projects

Develop automation to improve team performance and software quality

Other duties as assigned by the supervisor and other KCF leadership staff

Qualifications:

Expertise in wireless communication protocols (Bluetooth, WiFi, proprietary, etc.)

Expertise in embedded CC++ and experience with at least one other programming language

Expertise in one or more highlevel scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.)

Ability to adapt to new programming languages and tools as needed

Experience with embedded hardware architectures (ARM, MSP430, etc.) and communication
busses (I2C, SPI, USB, RS232422485)

Experience with Linux andor embedded RTOS

Strong understanding of electronics and PCB design

Ability to read hardware schematics and vendor datasheets

Experience with hardware troubleshooting tools (oscilloscope, multimeter, JTAG debugger, etc.)

Experience with Git and a strong understanding of version control best practices

Experience with software testing tools and practices (unit testing, integration testing, etc.)

Strong understanding of embedded system design patterns and best practices

Experience with automated buildtest pipeline systems

Experience with Scrum, Kanban, or other agile development methodologies

Bachelor’s degree in a related field andor equivalent experience

6+ years relevant experience

At KCF Technologies, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The only things we require for employment, compensation, advancement and benefits are performance and a good team attitude. No one will be denied opportunities or benefits, and no employment decisions will be made, on the basis of race, religioncreed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, protected veteran status, medical condition, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, possession of a general education development certificate (“GED”) as compared to a high school diploma, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state laws. KCF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which KCF has facilities.