Embedded Software Engineer

Job Title: Firmware EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a skilled Firmware Engineer to join our dynamic team at our state-of-the-art facility in Loveland, CO. This role involves designing and developing embedded firmware solutions for water quality products, collaborating closely with a passionate team to drive innovation in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded firmware solutions for new and existing water quality products.

• Collaborate in an Agile team environment, participating in daily scrums and weekly development discussions.

• Analyze requirements, estimate effort, and deliver impactful, reliable solutions.

• Work closely with hardware, troubleshooting and debugging using tools such as oscilloscopes and digital multimeter.

• Contribute to the growth of the firmware team and the development of new product architectures.

• Engage in hands-on coding, building, deploying, and debugging activities.

• Participate in technical interviews and hands-on exercises to assess and mentor engineering talent.

Essential Skills

• Develop and maintain embedded software using C++ (and sometimes C) for microcontrollers and platforms (Linux, RTOS, and bare metal).

• Modify and extend existing code bases to meet new requirements.

• Implement and maintain CI/CD practices and unit testing.

• Produce technical design documentation and contribute to system architecture discussions.

• Ensure code quality and reliability through rigorous debugging and testing.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 3-5+ years of experience in C++ user-space development and C (or embedded C) programming.

• 3-5+ years of experience with 32-bit microcontrollers and embedded platforms (Linux, RTOS, and bare metal).

• Strong understanding of computer architecture, memory technologies, and build processes.

• Proficiency in Agile methodologies.

• Experience with device driver and kernel programming.

• Ability to read hardware schematics and code to low-level hardware interfaces.

• Familiarity with protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, MODBUS, USB, and Ethernet.

• Strong debugging skills in both software and hardware environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master's degree in Embedded Systems Engineering.

• Experience developing in a Linux desktop environment with IDE and CLI.

• Experience with Embedded Linux build systems (e.g., Yocto).

• Proficiency with scripting languages (Shell, Bash).

• Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP).

• Experience in the water quality industry is a plus.

• Ability to produce technical design documentation.

• Experience working in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position at our Loveland, CO campus, requiring a minimum of four days onsite per week, with Friday as a flexible day. Our large campus is designed for innovation and collaboration, featuring state-of-the-art research and development facilities. You will be part of a global network focused on innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Daily activities include engaging in development, troubleshooting, and collaborating with a team in a dynamic and inclusive environment. Our focus on the water quality industry offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a global scale.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Loveland, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $80.00/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 fully onsite position in Loveland,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.