Sr. Software Engineer II - Embedded C Build Systems and Tools
Are you a seasoned software engineer with a passion for streamlining complex build processes and crafting robust developer tools? Imagine waking up each day knowing your expertise directly contributes to innovative medical devices that profoundly improve lives. At Tandem Diabetes Care, we're not just building software; we're creating the future of diabetes management, one ingenious solution at a time. If you thrive on optimizing embedded C build systems and enhancing the developer experience, and you're ready to make a tangible difference from anywhere in the world, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Overview
Join Tandem Diabetes Care as a Senior Software Engineer II and become a vital part of a team dedicated to making life better for people living with diabetes. We are at the forefront of diabetes technology, manufacturing and selling groundbreaking products like the Tandem Mobi system and the t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ+ technology. Our human-centered approach shapes everything we do, from design to development and support. Because many of us are personally connected to diabetes, our work carries deep meaning. In this fully remote, worldwide role, you will be instrumental in designing and implementing the build infrastructure, refining our embedded toolchain, and perfecting the overall developer build experience, ensuring reliability and efficiency for our innovative medical devices.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain advanced build infrastructure for embedded C/C++ projects, encompassing build systems like Make and CMake, and package managers such as Conan.
- Manage and optimize embedded toolchains, including compilers, linkers, debuggers, and static analysis tools, to enhance performance and ensure code quality.
- Implement and improve continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines for embedded software, focusing on automation, speed, and reliability.
- Develop and maintain internal developer tools and scripts (Python, Bash) that streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and improve overall team productivity.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex build, toolchain, and environment issues, providing expert support to embedded software development teams.
- Collaborate closely with embedded software engineers, QA, and release management to define requirements, integrate new features, and ensure seamless software delivery.
- Drive initiatives for build reproducibility, version control strategies, and binary artifact management.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging technologies, and security standards in embedded build systems and software development tools.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement within the team.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in software development, with a significant focus on build systems and tools for embedded C/C++ projects.
- Deep expertise with modern build systems (e.g., Make, CMake, Ninja) and package managers (e.g., Conan, vcpkg).
- Extensive experience managing and configuring embedded toolchains (e.g., GCC, Clang, IAR, ARM-MDK).
- Strong proficiency in scripting languages like Python and Bash for automation.
- Proven experience with continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) platforms (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) and version control systems (Git).
- Solid understanding of software configuration management, branching strategies, and release processes.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex build and environment issues effectively and provide timely solutions.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality, reliable systems.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively in a distributed, remote team environment.
- Experience in a regulated industry, such as medical devices, is a significant plus.
What You'll Gain
- The profound satisfaction of contributing to innovative medical technology that genuinely enhances the lives of people living with diabetes.
- An opportunity to work with cutting-edge embedded systems and shape the future of diabetes care from anywhere in the world.
- A dynamic, supportive, and human-centered culture where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged.
- Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work arrangement that supports your work-life balance.
- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities in a fast-paced, impactful industry.
- The chance to innovate every day, collaborate with passionate colleagues, and truly make a difference.
How to Apply
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