Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join the Automated Test Software team. As a member of the Automated Test Software team, you will be involved in a wide range of activities related to developing automated testing for our rugged, embedded products. This role offers a unique mix of software development, low-level hardware interaction, debug, and testing. You will be responsible for software that runs complex testing on a wide range of products, from bit-banging JTAG to orchestrating elaborate thermal profiles.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop software in an Agile-based model utilizing best practices in Python and C languages
• Manage software deployment and update procedures for Raspberry Pi and other embedded platforms
• Develop and maintain infrastructure including servers and software libraries used throughout the company
• Develop, deploy, and manage fully automated test suites for the production of embedded computer products
• Work with a wide range of technologies, interfaces, and designs that push the boundaries of testing

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum of three years of related technical experience
• Computer proficiency and a high level of organization with strong attention to detail
• Highly self-motivated in order to drive projects forward, with strong organizational skills and ability to meet project deadlines
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Ability to work onsite from our facility located at 9901 Silicon Prairie Parkway in Verona, WI

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency with Python 3
• Knowledge of C programming
• Experience designing and writing automated test suites
• Experience with either Python asynchronous programming or Python test frameworks
• Experience debugging and troubleshooting embedded systems
• Knowledge of CI/CD and DevOps environments, such as Gitlab and Docker
• Knowledge of tools, such as in-circuit debugging, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
• Familiarity with standard interfaces like DDR, PCIe, SATA, USB, I²C, and Ethernet
• Comfortable reading electrical schematics and understanding basic circuits

Compensation and Benefits

Extreme Engineering Solutions offers a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits, including:

• No-deductible, low-copay group health and dental insurance (90% employer paid)
• Health and wellness benefits coverage eligibility begins on the first of the month following your start date
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)
• Paid time off, plus eight paid holidays a year
• 401(k) employer match up to 4%, subject to plan terms & waiting periods (Roth option is available)
• Participation in the 100% employee-owned Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost to employees

X-ES also takes a casual, small-business approach to company culture. At our state-of-the-art office and manufacturing facility located in Madison’s growing tech corridor, there’s no formal dress code, flexible day shift scheduling, and dedicated personal workspaces. Our employees kick back at regular company events and enjoy lunches from local pizza places and food carts. At X-ES, we strive to offer a comfortable, relaxed environment for our employees to do their best work.

About X-ES

When “rugged enough” isn’t rugged enough for embedded computing systems, industry leaders in the military, aerospace, industrial, and commercial sectors turn to Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES). Because we strive to be the premier provider of mission-critical embedded products while delivering exceptional levels of customer and employee satisfaction, we hire strong contributors and give them space to thrive. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees both drive and directly benefit from our success. Together, we meticulously design and build products that stand up to some of the most extreme conditions on the planet.

X-ES is located on the far west side of Madison, WI. The company designs and manufactures rugged embedded computing solutions for a variety of applications. For more information, visit www.xes-inc.com.

X-ES is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by law.

All X-ES job postings and application procedures are posted in compliance with Section 39.08 of the Madison General Ordinances.