Embedded Software DevOps Engineer

RFA Engineering ( www.rfamec.com ) supports industry-leading clients through the full software development lifecycle to build cutting-edge precision agriculture, machine guidance, vehicle automation and autonomy applications. We are seeking passionate, talented engineers to work on exciting projects using the latest tools and technologies including robotics, computer-vision, machine learning, IoT, cloud computing, and much more.

Collaborate with a team of industry experts onsite at our client's world-class engineering center and contribute to developing innovative solutions that drive sustainable agriculture practices. This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Embedded Software DevOps Engineer The selected candidate will work closely with embedded software developers, validation engineers, and systems engineers to develop, maintain, and improve the tools and infrastructure used to build, test, integrate, and release embedded software.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines supporting embedded software development. Automate software builds, testing, integration, packaging, and release processes. Maintain and improve source-control and software configuration-management workflows. Develop scripts and utilities to improve engineering productivity and reduce manual development tasks.

Support integration of C/C++ embedded software. Support software versioning, branching, dependency management, and release processes. Collaborate with software and validation engineers to improve continuous integration and automated testing. Support development environments used for embedded controllers and machine systems.

Participate in Agile software development activities. Create and maintain technical documentation for development tools, pipelines, and processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field. Experience supporting software development, DevOps, build/release engineering, or software configuration management. Programming or scripting experience with Python, C++, C, Bash, or similar languages. Experience with Git-based source control and software branching/merging workflows.

Understanding of CI/CD and automated software. Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively with software developers and cross-functional engineering teams. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Desired Attributes Experience with CI/CD platforms such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps.

Experience with build systems such as CMake, Make, Bit. Bake as well as NPM, Mavin or other package managers. Experience developing automation tools or scripts using Python. Experience with Docker or containerized development environments. Familiarity with Linux-based development environments. Experience supporting embedded or real-time software development.

Familiarity with static analysis, code coverage, unit testing, and automated software quality tools. Experience with CAN, J1939, Ethernet, or other embedded communication networks. Experience with embedded controllers, ECUs, or electronic systems. Familiarity with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) or Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing.

Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments. Experience supporting software development for automotive, agricultural, construction, mining, or other off-highway equipment. Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range

$70,000-$100,000 – Commensurate with experience About RFA Engineering RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is the development of off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, mining, recreational, industrial, and special machines.

Our work includes concept development, product design, documentation, problem-solving, simulation, optimization, and testing of components, systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Minneapolis, branch office in Dubuque, IA, and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.

S. Competitive Benefits Health and Dental Insurance Tela. Doc Healthiest You Supplemental Vision Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance Company Paid Long-Term Disability Short-term Disability Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k) Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care HSA for Medical Expenses Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only) Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Education Assistance Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly