Job Description

About the Role:
Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

We are looking for a  highly motivated Embedded Software Engineer to join our engineering team developing  LED message signs and  control systems for the  transportation industry . These signs are installed over highways and play a critical role in public safety and traffic management.

You’ll work on both  bare-metal microcontroller platforms and  embedded Linux systems , contributing to both new development and ongoing improvements to existing, mission-critical codebases. The ideal candidate values  robust, high-reliability software design , and enjoys working close to the hardware in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware and software in C/C++
• Contribute to and maintain  existing codebases , ensuring stability, clarity, and documentation
• Develop  bare-metal firmware for microcontrollers used in LED sign controllers and communication modules
• Build and integrate  Linux-based embedded applications , including drivers and middleware for sign control and monitoring
• Work with hardware teams to understand schematics and ensure reliable hardware/software integration
• Debug hardware/software issues using tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG
• Design software with  long-term reliability, diagnostics, and field maintainability in mind
• Ensure compliance with transportation and industry standards for robustness and safety
• Write and maintain technical documentation, including software design and test procedures

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 3+ years of embedded software development experience
• Proficiency in  C and C++in embedded environments
• Experience with  bare-metal microcontroller development (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, PIC, STM32, etc.)
• Experience with  embedded Linux systems (e.g., kernel modules, device drivers, user-space application programming)
• Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git) and working in shared codebases
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills, both in software and at the hardware interface level
• Understanding of low-level hardware interfaces: I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO, PWM, etc.
• Strong emphasis on  code quality, reliability, and maintainability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with  transportation or safety-critical systems
• Familiarity with communication protocols used in ITS, such as NTCIP, SNMP, RS-485
• Experience with  real-time operating systems (RTOS)or custom scheduler designs
• Experience with  robust field-update mechanisms (e.g., bootloaders, OTA updates)
• Knowledge of power management, watchdog timers, and fail-safe system design
• Experience with scripting (Python, Bash) for testing or automation
• Exposure to EMI/EMC considerations in embedded design

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and full benefits package
• Opportunity to work on  public safety systems with real-world impact
• Flexible work environment with room for professional growth
• Collaborative team that values  engineering excellence and accountability
• A chance to help shape the future of intelligent transportation infrastructure

Why You’ll Love Working With Us – Perks & Benefits:

• 401(k) with 6% Company Match – We invest in your future, dollar for dollar.

• Full Health Coverage – Includes Medical, Dental, and Vision so you stay in top shape.

• Life & Disability Insurance – Protection and peace of mind when it matters most.

• Supplemental Coverage – Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance.

• Paid Parental Leave – Because family comes first.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Mental health and wellness support, always.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Save smart, spend smarter on healthcare.

• Generous PTO – Take the time you need to rest, recharge, or explore.

Ability to Commute to Colorado Springs, CO 80910 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Colorado Springs, CO 80910

Skyline Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

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