Det-Tronics (Detector Electronics, LLC) · 20 hours ago
Embedded Software Engineer
Santa Fe, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $130K/yr
2+ years expDet-Tronics, a leader in industrial life safety, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join R.C. Systems, a company known for its critical gas detection products. In this role, you will design, develop, and validate firmware for safety-critical products, collaborating closely with hardware engineers and product owners.
IndustrialPublic SafetyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Translate high-level product concepts into robust, maintainable firmware architectures
Capture and document requirements and rationale for regulated safety-critical products
Collaborate with hardware engineers on hardware/firmware integration and diagnostic strategies
Partner with Product Owners and stakeholders to maintain alignment throughout the development lifecycle
Champion development processes, lead technical reviews, and deliver high-quality, standards-compliant code
Ensure firmware is well-documented, thoroughly tested, and version-controlled
Perform unit testing using debuggers, emulators, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers
Develop work breakdowns and task estimates to support project planning
Support multiple development programs simultaneously
Identify risks early and implement firmware-level mitigation strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or a related field
Proficiency in C
Preferred
2+ years of experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Proficiency in C++
Experience in regulated industries (industrial safety, medical, automotive, etc.)
Knowledge of embedded system design and asynchronous programming
Experience with ARM Cortex-M architectures
Hands-on use of debugging tools (JTAG/SWD, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)
Familiarity with communication protocols (UART, I2C, SPI)
Experience with DevOps tools (e.g., Git)
Experience delivering firmware across the full product lifecycle
Exposure to FMEAs and risk mitigation in firmware
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Self-motivated, with a passion for process improvement and engineering excellence
Benefits
Be part of global growth—help expand products beyond North America
Leverage Det-Tronics’ global reach, scale, and reputation
Work on safety-critical technology that protects people and assets
Influence products from concept through launch, not just maintenance
Collaborate with experienced engineers in a close-knit, high-impact team
Grow your career alongside a company investing in its future
Company
Det-Tronics (Detector Electronics, LLC)
Det-Tronics is a global leader in fire and gas-safety systems.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-03-05Acquired
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