Software Engineer – Embedded/Driver Development

**Software Engineer – Embedded/Driver Development (Contract)** Location: Austin, TX (onsite) Type: Contract – $64–$69/hr Must be US Citizen **About the Role** Our client, a leading technology company specializing in test and measurement solutions, is seeking an experienced Software Engineer for embedded and driver software products. As part of a product team, you'll collaborate with product architects, product managers, and other engineers to implement designs in an agile/scrum environment. **Responsibilities** - Deliver product features through research, design, development, and documentation - Collaborate with team members and leaders on design discussions and code architecture - Specify, design, and implement new product features - Troubleshoot product defects and resolve them with the team - Develop tests to ensure high code quality and catch regressions - Peer review code changes submitted by teammates - Participate in standups, backlog reviews, retrospectives, and brainstorming sessions - Explore and apply new technologies to improve infrastructure and processes **Requirements** - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field - 5+ years of software development experience - Object-oriented programming with proficiency in C++ - Strong understanding of software design and computer architecture, including operating system components, embedded/kernel/low-level hardware-software integration, and data structures - Experience with Agile methodology and testing frameworks - Strong experience with user mode and kernel mode driver development - Windows driver development, with hands-on debugging and performance analysis - Proficient in systems-level, performance-sensitive C++ **Preferred** - Linux driver development, including kernel modules and device interfaces - LabVIEW experience, especially in test, validation, or hardware integration contexts - Familiarity with Python scripting for automation, tooling, or validation **Benefits (employee contribution)** - Health insurance - Health savings account - Dental insurance - Vision insurance - Flexible spending accounts - Life insurance - Retirement plan *All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualifications of the applicant.*