About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer 2 to develop and test C++ embedded software for telematics/data collection, ECUs, and radio systems. This is a hands-on, 100% onsite, first-shift contract role in Mossville, IL (may lead to permanent hire).

• Design, develop, and implement embedded software from requirements through production deployment.
• Build modern C++ software in an embedded Linux environment.
• Manage software requirements, write and run test scripts, and verify functionality.
• Investigate, reproduce, troubleshoot, and resolve software and system issues.
• Perform SIL/HIL testing and ECU-level debugging in collaboration with architects and systems engineers.
• Use Git and Azure DevOps for source control and CI workflows; apply Python for test automation as needed.

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Key Responsibilities

• Translate system and software requirements into maintainable C++ code for embedded Linux targets.
• Integrate and validate software on ECU hardware and lab test rigs.
• Develop and execute SIL/HIL test plans and automated test scripts.
• Debug multi-domain issues (software, firmware, and hardware interaction) using standard debugging tools and lab equipment.
• Collaborate in an Agile environment with global teams, software architects, and systems engineers.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience (relevant internships may count).
• Strong experience with Linux, C++, and Git.
• Experience with embedded software development and ECU hardware.
• Technical experience with HIL testing, ROS2, Azure DevOps, debugging tools, Python, J1939 datalink, and Ethernet.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a global Agile team, adapt to changing priorities, and communicate clearly.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing software for telematics, data collection, ECUs, radios, or other connected embedded systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and component datasheets.
• Familiarity with GitHub Copilot and embedded development/test environments.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of embedded hardware/software integration issues.

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Compensation & Location

• Location: Mossville, IL — 100% onsite, first shift.
• Pay: Up to $58.00 per hour (contract). Benefits may include vision, dental, health insurance, 401(k), and holiday pay, per the client’s policies.
• Employment type: Contract (12-month assignment with potential for permanent conversion).

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Why This Role?

Work on connected machines and telematics systems that collect and process data to improve capabilities and customer productivity. The role provides practical experience with C++, embedded Linux, ECU hardware, and SIL/HIL testing while working closely with architects and systems engineers.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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