Embedded Systems Architect

As an Embedded Systems Architect, you will play a critical role in designing and developing embedded software solutions for complex electro-mechanical subsystems. Your expertise in embedded systems design will be essential as you work closely with cross-functional teams, including systems, electrical, and biological engineers, to innovate and enhance clinical analyzers.

This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days onsite at our headquarters in Westbrook, Maine.

IDEXX is committed to advancing veterinary care through the development of cutting-edge diagnostic instruments. We are seeking a highly skilled embedded software engineer with a strong foundation in systems engineering to join our Instrument Development team.

Check out our team core products here:

https://www.idexx.com/en/veterinary/analyzers/catalyst-one-chemistry-analyzer/

https://www.idexx.com/en/veterinary/analyzers/catalyst-dx-analyzer/

In this role:

• Utilize your knowledge of Linux embedded systems, C, C++, Python and Lua throughout all phases of software development, from prototype collaboration with scientists and instrumentation engineers to integration and product development with software engineers, ensuring maintainability and scalability.
• Demonstrate technical leadership with a team of talented and highly collaborative embedded engineers.
• Develop embedded software systems within a comprehensive product framework, focusing on controlling electro-mechanical components.
• Conduct in-depth analysis to break down complex problems into manageable components, ensuring optimal product performance.
• Expand instrument capabilities efficiently while maintaining architectural integrity.
• Enhance and support the functionality of premium instruments by delivering high-quality embedded software solutions.
• Translate system requirements into functional specifications.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and meet demanding timelines.
• Review designs and implementations to ensure adherence to requirements and standards for quality, clarity, maintainability, scalability, and performance.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of experience in embedded software engineering.
• Proficiency in Embedded Linux, C, and C++.
• Familiarity with Linux Kernel device drivers and application coding.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Lua, Bash, or Python.
• Buildroot or Yocto experience.
• Exemplary communication, collaboration, and persuasion skills.
• Strong emphasis on quality in all aspects of work.
• Proven experience in embedded software design and development.
• Solid background in embedded systems design.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in creating and documenting architectural designs.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Passion for developing innovative products that improve animal health.

Why IDEXX?
Join us in developing groundbreaking diagnostic tools that make a tangible difference in veterinary care.

We’re proud of the work we do because our work matters. An innovation expert in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Core Values to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and over 10,000 talented employees globally.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be motivated by generous compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let’s pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values diversity and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ persons, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

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