Test Fixture Software Engineer

Gatan, Inc. is the world&aposs leading manufacturer of instrumentation and software used to enhance and extend the operation and performance of electron microscopes. Gatan products, which are fully compatible with nearly all electron microscope models and include the EDAX portfolio, cover the entire range of the research processfrom specimen preparation and manipulation to imaging and analysis.We are currently seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer for test fixtures, for our analytical products who will be responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating software for embedded applications. This individual will be responsible for working closely with the Software, Hardware and Operations groups in United States, to provide the interface and test code between windows applications and electrical designs. Some common hours with the US teams in California and Pennsylvania are required. This position will be based out of our Bangalore, India office.The primary function of this role will be as an embedded software designer to develop test fixtures for complex, mixed signal systems. The incumbent will also be responsible for defining test software requirements and development, integration and interfacing with Gatan operations teams and CMs.

Requirements

• Experience developing test software for embedded systems for hardware testing
• Proficiency in high level languages such as C, C++, Python
• Working knowledge of GNU or embedded development tool chain (Green Hills, Wind River, etc.)
• Simple UI and command line interface development for test
• Linux, embedded Linux or RTOS experience
• WAN, LAN, Sockets, TCP/IP communications
• Ability to architect software and its interfaces for hardware platforms
• Experience writing drivers for microprocessor peripherals such as Ethernet, USB, PCIe, UARTS, I2C, SPI, Display, RS485
• Strong comfort level working in a lab environment using digital embedded system debug tools (ICE, logic analyzers, JTAG, Oscilloscopes)
• Excellent communication and document skills
  

Desirable Skills And Experience

• Experience with embedded SoCs and their architecture a plus
• Ability to read schematics a plus
• Knowledge of image sensors and image processors
  

Education & Experience

• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from a four-year college or university, MS degree is a plus
• 5+ years of programming experience with at least 5 years of embedded software development
  

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.
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