Computer Engineer

Computer Engineer - Baltimore, MD Description

- Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain embedded firmware using Embedded C.
- Develop bare-metal firmware for STM32/STM microcontrollers.
- Support the implementation and integration of firmware within closed-loop embedded systems.
- Work within architectures incorporating FPGA, STM microcontrollers, and embedded firmware.
- Partner with hardware, systems, and other engineering disciplines throughout product development.
- Perform hands-on hardware/software integration, troubleshooting, debugging, and system-level testing.
- Support new product development as programs progress through prototyping, implementation, testing, and production.
- Diagnose complex firmware and system-level issues and contribute to root-cause analysis and resolution.
- Participate in software design, code reviews, testing, and technical problem-solving.
- Contribute to product documentation and engineering deliverables throughout the development lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will possess strong experience developing software for embedded systems and microcontroller-based products, with hands-on experience in embedded Linux environments and firmware development. This role will support long-term product initiatives and is expected to contribute throughout the full project lifecycle. Responsibilities

- Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software and firmware for medical device and instrumentation platforms.
- Develop software for microcontroller-based systems using C and C++.
- Implement and support both bare-metal and real-time embedded applications.
- Develop and maintain software running within embedded Linux environments.
- Collaborate with electrical, hardware, systems, and software engineers to integrate software into larger product architectures.
- Participate in system architecture, technical design, requirements analysis, and software implementation activities.
- Utilize embedded Linux toolchains and development environments, including Buildroot and related Linux development tools.
- Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects across embedded hardware platforms.
- Perform unit testing, integration testing, and system-level validation activities.
- Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and technical discussions to ensure software quality and maintainability.
- Support product integration, deployment, and long-term sustainment efforts.
- Follow established software engineering best practices, quality standards, and development processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- 25 years of relevant embedded software/firmware experience, including applicable advanced-degree and meaningful co-op experience.
- Strong hands-on experience with STM32 or STM microcontrollers.
- Demonstrated experience developing bare-metal firmware.
- Strong programming skills in Embedded C.
- Experience developing, implementing, and debugging software on embedded hardware.
- Solid understanding of microcontrollers and embedded system architecture.
- Strong technical problem-solving skills and the ability to reason through complex embedded software issues.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Ability to work onsite in Baltimore five days per week.

Experience Level Junior/Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $77.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
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