Software Engineer

Software Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for developing scalable and maintainable C/C++ code, and the ability to lead and mentor junior engineers through the development cycle. You will work cross-functionally to execute complex engineering projects and maintain design documentation to support new and legacy hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable and maintainable C/C++ code in support of new designs and legacy hardware.
• Lead the development of products through the New Product Development (NPD) process.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers throughout the development cycle.
• Work cross-functionally to execute complex engineering projects.
• Create and maintain design documentation including context diagrams and flowcharts.
• Establish functional requirements and performance targets for software designs.
• Troubleshoot and debug using engineering software and hardware tools.
• Participate in and provide feedback during extensive peer code reviews.

Essential Skills

• Ability to present complex technical information to internal and external customers.
• Experience working on cross-functional teams (Hardware, Systems, Software, Production, Supply Chain, etc.).
• Capable of leading technical teams through structured problem solving.
• Ability to debug Hardware/Software interfaces.
• Ability to critique design details against overall product requirements.
• Proficiency with CAN interface tools, debuggers, and other common diagnostic tools.
• Experience developing embedded (Linux or RTOS) systems using C/C++.
• Skill in debugging software and hardware/software integration issues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS in Electrical, Software, or Computer Engineering with 5-7 years of engineering experience.
• Proven track record in software architecture, design, and implementation in a developer leadership role.
• Experience with requirements management, SCM, and defect tracking tools.
• Some experience with Embedded Linux, board bring-up, kernel modules, drivers, device tree.
• Experience with custom hardware and low-level board bring-up with SPI, UART, or I2C.
• R&D and new product development experience strongly preferred.
• Understanding of the Agile development process.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket.
• Experience working with and configuring automated build pipelines such as Azure DevOps or Jenkins.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.