Embedded C++ Developer

Embedded C++ Developer

Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)

Employment Type: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire

Compensation: Up to $70/hour (W2)

Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Embedded C++ Developer to join a high-performing engineering team focused on developing innovative embedded software solutions for large-scale commercial and industrial systems. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys working close to hardware, solving complex technical challenges, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced agile environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in C++ development for embedded systems, experience with firmware-level programming, and a passion for building reliable, high-performance software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software and firmware applications using modern C++
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including software engineering, QA, systems engineering, and product management to deliver high-quality solutions
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including architecture discussions, coding, debugging, testing, documentation, and deployment support
• Collaborate with product stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical recommendations, and support product enhancements
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and system-level issues in embedded environments
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, proof-of-concepts, and engineering reports
• Contribute to code reviews, continuous improvement initiatives, and agile development processes

Required Qualifications

• Strong professional experience developing software in C++ within embedded or firmware environments
• Hands-on experience with embedded systems development and hardware/software integration
• Solid debugging and troubleshooting skills using tools such as GDB or similar debugging utilities
• Experience working in agile development environments (Scrum, Kanban, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of networking protocols and communication systems
• Experience working with Linux-based development or target environments
• Familiarity with scripting languages for automation or tooling
• Experience using Git for version control
• Familiarity with development tools such as CMake and VS Code
• Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic, evolving technical environment

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to work on impactful embedded technologies used in mission-critical industrial environments
• Exposure to complex engineering challenges and modern embedded development practices
• Collaborative team culture with strong mentorship and career growth potential
• Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent conversion based on performance and business needs