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Department OverviewWe are the Critical Communications Networks group, and every day we design, build, deploy and integrate communications systems for customers who depend on having the right information, at the right time.
We look for the most advanced problem solvers - like you - to help us create technologies that rise to the challenges of our customers. To connect firemen to policemen to emergency responders to nurses to specialists to lives saved. To protect communities, grow businesses and make work safer and more efficient.
Bring your talent to the Critical Communications Networks team as we create and improve applications to enhance device usage and integration with the larger portfolio of Motorola products. The software developer will be a member of a team working on applications for customers utilizing voice and data. The position is available with our team in Schaumburg or Chicago.
Job Description
We are seeking smart, self-motivated software engineers to be responsible for designing, developing, unit testing, and integrating software to support the development, enhancement, and maintenance of elements of the telecommunication infrastructure. Collaborate with other teams across our global organization. To be successful in this role you must value teamwork and communication as well as working closely with other engineers in small, dynamic, Agile teams.
• Design and develop application software (C, C++) as part of a DevOps team that utilize on-prem technologies (ESXi, KVM, RHEL)
• Creation of embedded Real-Time applications
This position requires the following skills and behaviors:
• Basic knowledge of telecommunications technologies
• Practical knowledge of using a version control system like GIT/Bitbucket
• Experience with devops, continuous integration, and automation environments (eg. Jenkins)
• One or more of the following skills: C, C++,
• Knowledge of Network Protocols (TCP/IP, TLS, UDP)
• Able to break-down product or system level problems into sub-problems that are addressed with innovative designs
• Able to coach and mentor junior engineers
• Able to communicate ideas to engineers and direct managers clearly and concisely
Basic Requirements
• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline is required.
• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident or have a Master's degree and work authorization (F1 Visa on CPT accepted only for masters-level students).
• Must have 7+ years experience in Software Engineering.
Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes
Our U.S. Benefits include:
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
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Motorola Solutions Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Located in the West Loop, one block from Ogilvie Train Station and Union Train Station. The office is also close to multiple CTA stops.
Motorola Solutions Elgin, Illinois, USA Office
2540 Galvin Dr, Elgin, IL, United States, 60124
Motorola Solutions Schaumburg, Illinois, USA Office
1303 E Algonquin Rd, Schaumburg, IL, United States, 60196
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