Embedded Software Engineer

Clarapath is a medical robotics company based in Westchester County, NY. Our mission is to transform and modernize laboratory workflows with the goal of improving patient care, decreasing costs, and enhancing the quality and consistency of laboratory processes. SectionStar™ by Clarapath is a ground- breaking electro-mechanical system designed to elevate and automate the workflow in histology laboratories and provide pathologists with the tissue samples they need to make the most accurate diagnoses. Through the use of innovative technology, data, and precision analytics, Clarapath is paving the way for a new era of laboratory medicine.

Role Summary

The Embedded Software Engineer will be working alongside our existing software engineers, electrical engineers on medical device development. This role is multi-disciplinary with technical responsibility for designing, developing, and testing device control software, both at the driver and at the application level. We are looking for a team player who views medical device development as a competitive advantage.

Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain embedded software applications for various platforms, including microcontrollers and microprocessors

Develop drivers for interfacing with motor controllers, cameras, scanners, and PLC systems

Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system requirements and develop software architecture designs

Implement real-time operating systems (RTOS) and device drivers to support hardware functionality

Write efficient and reliable code in C/C++ for embedded systems, ensuring optimal performance and resource utilization

Conduct unit testing and debugging of software modules to identify and resolve defects

Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and maintainability

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including firmware engineers, hardware engineers, and QA testers, to integrate software components and validate system functionality

Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends related to embedded software development, and incorporate best practices into our development processes

Document software designs, specifications, and test procedures to support product development and regulatory compliance efforts

Collaborate with external partners and suppliers as needed to integrate third-party software components or tools into our embedded systems

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Master’s degree preferred

5+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python programing languages

Prior experience working in a LINUX environment

Prior experience working with GIT or other code repository systems

Solid understanding of the TCP/IP protocol stack

Solid understanding of multithreading and real-time embedded systems, including RTOS, device drivers, and hardware-software interfaces

Prior experience utilizing PID-based control for motion and temperature regulation

Experience with embedded development tools and environments, such as IDEs, debuggers, and version control systems

Familiarity with microcontroller architectures and peripheral interfaces (ex: Ethernet, Serial, UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO)

Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as MODBUS

Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and quality assurance principles

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex software issues

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a collaborative approach to problem-solving

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Prior experience in Agile development methodologies and continuous integration practices, a plus

Experience with robotics platforms like ROS or YARP, a plus

Experience interfacing with Clinical Lab Information Systems, a plus

Experience in addressing data security and compliance with HIPPA regulations, a plus

Histology laboratory workflow experience, a plus

Experience building visions systems for process and quality control, a plus

Company Offers

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and education

Comprehensive benefits package available: (healthcare, vision, dental and life insurances; 401k; PTO and holidays)

A collaborative and diverse work environment where our teams thrive on solving complex challenges

Ability to file IP with the company

Connections with world class researchers and their laboratories

Collaboration with strategic leaders in healthcare and pharmaceutical world

A mission driven organization where every team member will be responsible for changing the standards of delivering healthcare

Clarapath is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Clarapath complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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