Sr. Systems Software Engineer
Fremont, CA - USA
Job Summary
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer more efficient sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework we Reach Identify Strengthen and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. Were a global company of problem solvers collaborators and innovators and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
As part of Detection and Measurement TCI is a global leader in innovative spectrum monitoring and communications intelligence (COMINT) systems. With solutions to ensure the efficient use of frequencies long distance communications monitoring and security communications intelligence applications we improve communications and protect military forces and infrastructure around the world.
How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Senior Systems Software Engineer at TCI you will contribute to the design and development of advanced RF signal acquisition processing analysis and direction-finding systems used for spectrum monitoring and communications intelligence applications. You will work with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop software that transforms complex RF and signal-processing concepts into high-performance products used by customers worldwide.
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX your core responsibilities will be:
- Design develop and maintain embedded and real-time software for RF and signal-processing systems.
- Enhance existing products and develop new capabilities across TCIs product portfolio.
- Collaborate closely with systems hardware test and software engineers to deliver integrated product solutions.
- Support system integration performance analysis troubleshooting and field issue resolution.
- Participate in software architecture technical trade-off analysis and design reviews.
- Contribute technical expertise in signal processing RF systems and software implementation.
What we are looking for (Experience Knowledge Skills Abilities Education)
We each bring something to the table and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience
- 6 years of relevant product development experience.
- Strong foundation in digital signal processing (DSP) RF communications systems receiver architecture signal detection and signal analysis.
- Strong C software development skills with experience developing complex software systems.
- Experience developing multi-threaded software.
- Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Experience developing software in Windows and/or Linux environments.
- Experience with inter-process and inter-core communication.
- Experience with Software Defined Radio (SDR) platforms.
- Experience with spectrum monitoring direction finding and geolocation.
- Experience with FPGA-based signal-processing systems.
- Experience with Python MATLAB or similar engineering tools.
- Familiarity with modern source-control CI/CD and automated test practices.
Education & Certifications
- MS in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science or a related discipline with emphasis in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) RF Communications Wireless Communications Signal Analysis or related fields. A PhD is preferred. A BS with substantial directly relevant experience will also be considered.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident (uncondition) to meet faciltiy ITAR compliance requirements
The compensation information that follows is a reasonable estimate for the position and is provided pursuant to legal requirements in this state. The salary estimate provided represents the typical salary range for the position and other factors may be used to determine the successful candidates actual salary including: skill set experience training education organizational needs internal equity market data and geographic zone. The estimated salary range for this position is: $175000 - $195000. At SPX it is not common for individuals to be hired at the higher end of the range and compensation decisions depend on a variety of factors. This role is eligible to participate in a discretionary bonus plan subject to the rules governing the plan. SPX offers a variety of benefits including health benefits 401k retirement with a company match and flexible time off. More information about our benefits can be found on the Rewards and Benefits section of the career page.
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and more importantly who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team each of us leads at SPX.
What benefits do we offer
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off caregiver parental and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance leadership development programs and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds experiences and voices at SPX and we are committed to challenging ourselves openly communicating and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation or identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected basis.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
SPX Technologies, based in Charlotte, NC, is a supplier of highly engineered products and technologies, holding leadership positions in the HVAC, detection and measurement, and engineered solutions markets.