Junior Software Engineer (Embedded Systems & Automation)
About the Role
We are looking for a Junior Software Engineer to support the development and deployment of software-driven industrial automation systems. This role is suited for recent graduates and early-career engineers with backgrounds in embedded software, C/C++, robotics, computer engineering, or low-level software development.
You'll contribute to real-world automation projects by developing and validating system configurations, analyzing technical documentation, supporting troubleshooting efforts, and collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze engineering drawings, technical documentation, and system architectures.
- Build, validate, and test JSON-based configuration files.
- Support troubleshooting and debugging activities within control software environments.
- Review system logic and communication structures.
- Work with version control systems to manage software and configuration updates.
- Participate in technical reviews, testing activities, and team meetings.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers to deliver reliable automation solutions.
- Document and maintain software configuration records.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
- Programming experience in C, C++, Python, Java, or similar languages.
- Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming concepts.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Interest in automation, robotics, embedded systems, or industrial software.
- Ability to work full-time on-site in Bellevue, WA.
Preferred Qualifications
- Embedded systems or microcontroller experience.
- Experience with C++ development.
- Familiarity with Git version control.
- Linux command-line experience.
- Experience working with configuration files, JSON, or system integration projects.
- Exposure to robotics, automation, motion control, or industrial systems.
- Understanding of communication networks and device integration.
Who Should Apply?
We welcome applications from:
- Recent graduates and Graduate Engineers.
- Software Engineering Interns and Co-op Students.
- Computer Science graduates.
- Computer Engineering graduates.
- Embedded Software Engineers.
- Firmware Engineers.
- Robotics and Mechatronics Engineers.
- Junior Software Developers interested in automation and industrial technology.
Professional industry experience is not required. Internship experience, academic projects, personal projects, research work, and hands-on technical experience will all be considered. Candidates with a strong willingness to learn and grow in industrial automation are encouraged to apply
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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