Reference #: 579661b9-db47-4889-8940-1a2c75d87021DescriptionDESCRIPTION/JOB SUMMARYTo design, develop, implement, document, verify and maintain firmware to be employed in medical devices and drive continuous improvement within Research & Development (R&D)RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES*Collaborate with hardware engineers to develop embedded systems*Design and code firmware in C/C++, MicroPython, Python, or Assembly for systems based on documented requirements*Document software during the development process in accordance with internal processes*Create test plans and write test scripts to verify that software conforms to documented requirements*Execute a verification test plan and document the results*Troubleshoot and debug complicated non-conforming hardware/software systems*Develop and maintain a Software Development Life Cycle process in accordance with industry best practices and applicable regulatory requirements*Perform inspections, verification and validation testing*Meet and fulfill project timelines and budgets*Serve as technical project lead with outside design partners and suppliers*Coordinate with outside vendors to ensure that their products conform to Pride's requirements for compatibility*Mentor more junior engineers to advance their skills and business acumen*Travel to domestic and international contract manufacturers as needed for product launches*Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents, incidents or injuries are promptly reported to management*Attend the Annual C-TPAT Security Training*Focus on continuous improvement, and consistently demonstrate good business judgment*Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations*Pride retains the discretion to modify duties and/or assign other duties as necessaryREQUIRED SKILLS*Must be a team player, friendly, professional, detail-oriented, and honest
Must have the ability to:*Multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize in a fast-paced working environment*Use hand tools and standard power tools*Read and comprehend work instructions*Prepare and present summary reports*Document software architecture and design using XML diagrams, flowcharts, block diagrams and other common techniques*Read and understand a schematic diagram*Use common instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and load cells to troubleshoot complicated electronic circuits*Travel domestically and internationally, as needed
Must have:*Relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement*Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint*Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills*Excellent programming skills in C and/or C++ languages*Strong working knowledge of assembly language programming*Strong working knowledge of CAN, CAN open, CAN bus, SMBus/SMB, I2C, SPI, Serial communication protocol
PREFERRED SKILLS*Intermediate working knowledge with Subversion version control system preferred*Intermediate working knowledge of a scripting language such as Python preferred*Intermediate working knowledge of digital signal processing techniques preferred*Lift/push/pull 40 lbs. preferred*Strong working knowledge of software development process for safety-critical systems and applicable standards, including IEC62304 preferredREQUIRED EXPERIENCE*At least 5 years of experience developing firmware for embedded systems using 8- and 32-bit microcontrollers*At least 2 years of experience writing and reviewing technical software documentationPREFERRED EXPERIENCE*At least 1 year of experience working in an FDA regulated environment, specifically those that require FDA 510(k) approval preferred*At least 1 year of experience working with IEC62304 based lifecycle process preferred*At least 1 year of experience working with ARM/Cortex microcontrollers preferred*Current or previous successful mployment experience with Pride Mobility Products Corporation preferredREQUIRED EDUCATION*Associate degree in an Electrical Engineering or Computer Science related fieldPREFERRED EDUCATION*Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferredREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now, or in the futureDETAILS*This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive*This is a safety-sensitive position*In exceptional circumstances, some of the physical requirements of this position may be modified or eliminated as a reasonable accommodation for a person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act
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