Job Description SummaryTo design and develop embedded wireless Media Access Controller (MAC) solutions and integrate with new and legacy Modems. At the core of all wireless technology is the MAC/Modem and their tightly coupled interactions, in this role you will be working at the foundational level implementing real-time targeted embedded firmware to provide best in class wireless radio performance on various types of Media Access Designs (FDD, TDD, Half-Duplex, Full-Duplex).Job DescriptionGrid Solutions, a GE Renewable Energy business, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We are focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. For more about GE's Grid Solutions, visit https://www.gegridsolutions.com.As an Embedded Software Engineer for Critical Infrastructure Communications (CIC) at GE Grid Solutions, you will be responsible for designing industry-leading solutions for industrial grade wired and wireless communications products. CIC is seeking a highly motivated Software Developer who is team-oriented and well versed in the embedded software design. This is an onsite role that is tightly integrated with cross-functional departments (engineering, validation, manufacturing)Essential ResponsibilitiesWork with an experienced Mentor on MAC/Modem designs.Experience in Computer and Networking administration (ex: Linux, Windows).Experience in software development and revision control, such as git/GitHub.Ability to follow formal software design principles and development processes. Working understanding of JIRA, Confluence (or equivalent tools).Report progress and status to project management.Perform rough estimates of time required to resolve issues, helping with task prioritization process.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree required (BSEE, BSCE, BSSE or comparable)Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.Desired CharacteristicsProficient in C or C++ programming.Knowledge of communications theory, RF waveforms, and modulation techniques (FSK, QAM).Some knowledge of networking protocols such as TCP/IP, SSH, HTTP, DHCP.Experience with Real-time Operating Systems (FreeRTOS, ThreadX, Micrium, VxWorks…).Experience with test equipment such as mixed signal analyzers/generators, logic analyzers, oscilloscopesAn analytical approach to problem solving with a high degree of curiosity.Willingness and ability to learn from others.
