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Embedded Software Engineer

RFA Engineering

Job Location:

Urbandale, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 70000 - 120000

Posted: 31 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 14 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

RFA Engineering () 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 clients 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 includesopportunitiesfor professional growth direct hire by our customers and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Embedded Software Engineer

This position is associated with the design and development of embedded software that controls machine operations functionality or display information to operators. Various development roles are available that require use of C and Python programming languages. Testing methods include simulation-based software testing bench testing with physical controllers in the loop and/or physical full machine testing.

Responsibilities

Development of embedded software applications for vehicle controller software or display interfaces using C.
Integration of software in a multi-developer Agile team using Continuous Integration process.
Functional and integration testing prior to hand-off to software test and evaluation group
Development and release status tracking using the Agile development process.
Troubleshooting and debugging using unit tests vehicle simulators and bench testing of controllers with hardware in the loop.
Creation of software design documentation.

Requirements

Bachelors or Masters of Science degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or related experience/degree.
Experience with C or C programming languages
Strong mathematical and analytical problem solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a team environment
Self-motivated quick learner with an any-problem-can-be-solved attitude
Must have a valid drivers license

Desired Attributes

Experience with CAN J1939 communication protocol
Previous experience in a structured software development process
Ability to interpret hardware schematics for wiring and electronic controllers
Experience with CAN sniffers or similar tools to use for troubleshooting communication issues
Ability to interpret software requirements and state diagrams
Knowledge of common software development tools such as VSCode Github Docker etc.
General machine knowledge of industrial equipment or machinery

Pay Range: $70000-$120000 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