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Embedded Software Engineer

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In-Office
Wheeling, IL, USA
127K-191K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Wheeling, IL, USA
127K-191K Annually
Senior level
The Embedded Software Engineer will develop embedded firmware and drivers, coordinate R&D efforts, and lead board support activities in an engineering environment.
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If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Embedded software Engineer is a key member of the IDEX-Dispensing team.  He\she will work both with local team members as well as with global dispensing units (FFM & FMA) on key design and  development activities in embedded systems – driver and firmware development.

This will include coordination of research and development, new IoT product initiatives, and related engineering activities.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded drivers and firmware with a strong focus on C programming for embedded systems.
  • Develop and support real-time embedded applications using RTOS, ensuring reliability, performance, and scalability.
  • Lead board support package (BSP) development, including board bring-up, hardware validation, and low-level debugging.
  • Utilize Python or similar scripting tools to support automation, testing, debugging, and development workflows.
  • Communicate effectively across engineering teams, demonstrating a clear understanding of performance, quality, and delivery standards in a professional engineering environment.
  • Drive effective technical collaboration with cross-functional internal teams as well as external partners, suppliers, and contractors to deliver high-quality solutions.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in embedded driver/ firmware development using C programming.
  • Strong hands-on experience on Board support package and Board bring-up is a big plus
  • Must have strong understanding and experience with control systems, algorithm implementation, and signal processing
  • Basic communication protocol UART, SPI, I2C, DMA, I2S,
  • Advance communication protocol USB will be added advantage
  • Working knowledge of OLED display (driver)
  • Ability to read schematic diagrams and understand peripheral interface is necessary
  • Comfortable using Oscilloscopes, Debuggers, Logic Analyzers
  • Experience using Python or the like to write external test code to validate embedded code
  • Familiar with revision control systems like SVN or Git
  • Ability & willing to work hands on 
  • Should be able to conduct design review & evaluate job of third-party companies
  • Ability to leverage AI tools for coding
     

EDUCATION LEVEL, SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, LICENCES/ CERTIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronics is required
  • Prior history in advanced technical environment such as Automotive, Heavy equipment, Industrial Application, or Healthcare. 
  • Experience working in cross functional global application teams (ex: Europe, India / Asia, etc.) a major plus.  

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $127,200.00 - $190,800.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants:  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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IDEX Corporation Northbrook, Illinois, USA Office

3100 Sanders Rd, Suite 301, Northbrook, IL, United States, 60062

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