We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.
About the Role:
As a Principal Embedded Software Engineer specializing in Digital Signal Processing (DSP), you will be responsible for the design, development, optimization, and testing of real-time DSP algorithms for embedded medical devices. You will leverage your expertise in signal processing, embedded systems, and software engineering to deliver high-quality, reliable, and efficient solutions. This role requires a strong understanding of embedded systems constraints and the ability to translate complex requirements into robust and optimized code.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and optimize digital signal processing algorithms for embedded targets.
- Analyze and improve the performance of existing algorithms, focusing on memory and CPU resource constraints.
- Develop and maintain software documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Systems Engineers, Hardware Engineers, and Quality Assurance to ensure seamless integration and validation of software components.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of software development processes.
- Troubleshoot and debug software issues in a timely and effective manner.
- Contribute to the development of new algorithms and technologies.
- Adhere to regulated industry standards and practices.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 15+ years of experience in embedded software development with a strong focus on Digital Signal Processing.
- Education: Minimum Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Programming Languages: Proficiency in C++ and Python.
- Tools & Technologies: Strong working knowledge of MATLAB, Simulink, Eigen, and Boost.
- Version Control & Issue Tracking: Experience with Git and Jira.
- Regulatory Experience: Demonstrated experience working in a regulated industry (e.g., medical device, aerospace, automotive).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Location: Hybrid (3 days), on-site in Lafyette, CO (full-time onsite when hardware access is needed)
Salary Range: $175K-$210K
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience