Embedded Developer

The Cardinal Scale Advantage Cardinal Scale is a little different than other companies. We move fast. We make great products ranging from commercial scales and weighing systems to stadiometers, medical carts, waste receptacles, and glove box holders.We have an international business mission. Our factory, and corporate headquarters, reside in the heart of the mid-west and that's where our products are engineered, manufactured, and marketed.With Cardinal Scale, you'll find a mid-size, privately held, family-owned company in a stable, long-term growth industry.We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Embedded Developer to join our engineering team on-site in Webb City, Missouri. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining embedded software for a variety of hardware platforms. You will work closely with hardware engineers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver robust and efficient embedded solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of firmware development principles, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead projects from concept to completion.Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Design and implement embedded software for microcontrollers and embedded systems.Develop firmware in C/C++ or other relevant languages.Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software with hardware components.Debug and troubleshoot embedded systems using tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG.Optimize code for performance, memory usage, and power consumption.Write and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications.Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies in embedded systems.Develop test plans and conduct rigorous testing to validate firmware performance, compliance, and safety standards.CompetenciesTechnical Capacity.Thoroughness.Time Management.Communication Proficiency.Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., C, C++)Required Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.Proficiency in C/C++ and familiarity with assembly language.Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and bare-metal programming.Strong understanding of microcontroller architectures (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, AVR).Familiarity with communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, etc.Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).Troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.Preferred Education and ExperienceTwo plus years of experience in embedded software development.BenefitsBenefits for full-time employees include Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, 401k matching, Employee Referral Program, and Employee Assistance Program.