Engineer I, Embedded Systems Development

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As an Engineer I, Embedded Systems Development, you'll work on performing design and development tasks on software embedded in hardware devices for professional audio products with a specific emphasis placed on experience with Digital Wireless protocols. Join our team today and make your mark on the future of audio! 

This role will be hybrid based out of our Niles, IL office. 

• Analyzes industry-standard digital wireless communications protocols (e.g. DECT / PWT) for potential use in pro-audio applications.
• Adapts and integrates industry standard digital wireless communications stacks (e.g. DECT / PWT) into pro-audio products and technologies
• Analyzes, architects, designs, programs, debugs and modifies software for 8/16/32-bit MCU/MPUs and associated components (ADCs, DACs, PWMs, UARTs, LCDs, timers, network interfaces) in a PC environment, possibly for an embedded RTOS.
• Integrates real-time operating systems (VxWorks) into embedded firmware applications
• Specifies embedded hardware and software (i.e. protocol stacks) components such as MCU/MPUs, EEPROMs, etc.
• Integrates and tests proprietary and non-proprietary networking communication protocols into platform independent object oriented embedded firmware, including common physical, datalink, network and transport layer protocol standards such as 3 (Ethernet), USB, TCP/UDP, IP.
• Works as part of a cross-functional development team to design and implement cutting edge audio products and technologies.
• Estimates, organizes, and documents tasks.
• Practices established software development methodologies and principles focusing on separation of concerns, reusability, maintainability, minimized complexity, high cohesion and low coupling.
• Models designs using UML and associated development tools (StarUML) and develops use cases to model real-time systems behavior.
• Reviews the design and code developed by peer engineers and guarantee software quality by the application of tools such as PC-Lint and Understand C++ (software metrics tool).

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Electrical Engineering or related field
• 0- 2 years of experience
• Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional in embedded firmware development using C++ with a demonstrated understanding of object oriented design, analysis, and programming
• Familiarity and experience with the implementation of wireless protocol stacks such as GSM, EDGE, DECT, LTE, Wi-Fi, WiMAX, etc.
• Minimum 2 years of experience using communication interfaces (SPI, I²C, RS-232, USB, Ethernet, etc.) and higher level networking protocols such as DECT, IP, TCP/UDP, DHCP, ICMP, ARP, etc
• Firm understanding and proven history of application of key software design principles such as separation of concerns, high cohesion and low coupling to facilitate reuse and maintainability in software architectures, designs and implementations; ability to decompose large, complex software systems into manageable subsystems with clearly defined interfaces
• Firm understanding of principles of object oriented analysis, design and programming (in C++)
• Knowledge of and minimum 1-2 years’ experience integrating networking protocols such as Ethernet, USB and 802.11, IP, TCP/UDP, DHCP into platform independent application software in PC Windows/Linux and/or Mac OS X environments
• Has a full understanding of industry practices and/or company policies and procedures.
• Able to work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data or situations requires evaluation of identifiable factors
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions for difficult assignments and of diverse scope.

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

WHO WE ARE
Shure’s mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide – and for nearly a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn’t stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.

Shure Incorporated is headquartered in Niles, Illinois, with remote and hybrid opportunities throughout the United States. We have more than 35 regional sales offices, engineering hubs, and manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.

THE MIX MATTERS
Don’t check off every box in the job requirements? No problem! We recognize that every professional journey is unique and are committed to providing an equitable candidate experience for all prospective Shure Associates. If you’re excited about this role, believe you’ve got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!

WE GOT YOU - Our Benefits

At Shure, we prioritize the well-being of our associates. We offer competitive rewards packages that address physical, mental, financial, and overall well-being. Our benefits include retirement savings plans, generous paid time off programs, employee discounts, professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, employee recognition programs, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, and volunteering/community involvement opportunities. To learn more, visit our careers page at www.shure.com/careers.

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