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Lead Embedded Engineer

Ztek ConsultingDetroit, MI🇺🇸United StatesPosted 2 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Detroit, MI, United States
Posted
Yesterday
MicroservicesEmbedded SystemsAgileC#ASP.NETPostgreSQL

Job Description

  • 5-10 years of embedded software experience
    Hands-on expertise with Yocto Linux build systems and ARM-based embedded platforms (NXP i.MX6 or similar)
    Working knowledge of systemd service management, hardware watchdog integration, and Linux OS optimization
    Familiarity with ASP.NET Core microservices and lightweight IPC frameworks such as ZeroMQ or D-Bus
    Experience working in regulated industries (medical devices, life sciences, or similar) is preferred
    Responsibilities
    Optimize embedded software solutions using ZeroMQ, ActiveMQ, Embedded Linux, C#, and PostgreSQL, ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability.
    Drive integration and communication strategies between microservices, legacy applications, and embedded systems using messaging frameworks and API-based architectures.
    Optimize system performance and operational excellence through database tuning, messaging optimization, observability, monitoring, logging, and proactive incident analysis.
    Expertise on code reviews, risk management, technical documentation, and guidance on Yocto-based Linux platforms.
    Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to ensure technical feasibility, support delivery roadmaps, and continuously improve solution quality and reliability.

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