Senior Embedded Software Engineer IV 1
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer IV 1 Functional area:
Engineering Country:
United States City:
Bozeman Company name:
Montana Instruments Date of posting:
Sep 2, 2025 Our solutions are a key part of most industries - electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations. Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow. Job Summary The Senior Software Engineer IV is a senior technical leader responsible for driving the architecture, development, and delivery of complex software systems on our products. This role demands deep technical expertise, a strategic mindset, and the ability to manage large-scale projects from conception through deployment. The Senior Software Engineer IV will lead initiatives that significantly impact on the company's product roadmap, mentor other engineers, and supervise a small team. Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Expectations * Architect and develop embedded application-level software and firmware systems, ensuring alignment with product and business goals. * Own the full lifecycle of complex software and firmware projects, from requirements gathering to deployment and long-term support * Mentor and manage a small team of engineers, driving technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement * Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software and firmware with hardware into development testbeds and released products * Implement robust testing frameworks and code quality standards to ensure reliability, maintainability, and performance * Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies that enhance system performance, scalability, and user experience * Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for software and firmware systems, architecture, and development processes * Present technical strategies, project updates, and recommendations to senior leadership * Contribute to strategic planning and roadmap development for future software capabilities Minimum Qualifications (Experience / Education) * Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field * 10+ years experience in software development with proven leadership in complex projects * Proven track record of leading complex software and firmware projects from concept to market release * Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead technical teams Competencies // Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) * Mastery of C, C++, Python, Qt, Bash with deep expertise in Linux/UNIX environments * Strong understanding of embedded system architectures, device drivers, and hardware integration * Strategic mindset and technical leadership, able to align engineering decisions with long term product and business goals * Proven leadership and mentoring skills, with experience developing high performing teams and fostering innovation * Systems-level thinking, with ability to collaborate across disciplines and ensure seamless integration with hardware * Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences * Expertise in managing largescale software projects, including planning, resource allocation, and risk mitigation Preferred Qualifications * Experience with scientific instruments * Background in physics, chemistry, or materials science * Expertise in cross platform development, bootloaders, device drivers, and automated testing frameworks Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice |