Principal Software Engineer

HME has been creating innovative products for the drive-thru and pro-audio industries since 1971. From the very beginning, we've known these solutions would never have happened without the customer-focused people who make up our company. HME has a team environment with a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth. With subsidiaries located in California, Georgia, Missouri, Canada, UK and China, companies around the world depend on HME for clear, reliable communication solutions. From setting the standard for drive-thru headsets and timer systems in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry to developing professional audio equipment used in the Olympic Games, HME strives to create the newest, most innovative products on the market while providing quality care and attention to its customers. At HME you will have the opportunity to learn and grow while developing our future products. Come join our team!

HME is looking for your talent! If you are a Principal Software Engineer, we would love to hear from you! This position is an exciting chance to be part of a skilled team focusing on research and development, where you'll bring new ideas and concepts to life through prototypes. Your work will vary, involving enhancements to existing products or creating entirely new systems. The role demands versatility, as you'll engage with various technologies, including low-level drivers and Linux applications that interface with cloud services. Collaboration is key, as you'll work closely with various interdisciplinary teams in a dynamic and agile setting. The ideal candidate will be adept at defining requirements, leading technical discussions, and guiding less experienced team members.

What you will do in the position:

• Work independently and with fellow senior engineers on innovation projects.
• Participate in identifying and defining requirements and specifications for a given project.
• Assist in documenting and reviewing overall architecture and individual software components.
• Attend design team meetings to provide input into the overall architecture of projects.

What you will need to succeed in this position:

• 10 years of experience in Software Engineering.
• Expertise in C/C and python.
• Knowledge of Node / Node.js application development.
• Knowledge of Networking protocols and related software development.
• Knowledge of Bluetooth and WiFi standards.
• Knowledge of object-relational databases (SQL / PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with peripheral protocols (SPI, UART, I2C, etc.).
• Experience using tools such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Proficiency with version control systems (GIT, SVN, etc.).
• Practice in Agile development.
• Experience with Real-Time Operating System (RTOS).
• Working knowledge of Linux kernel configuration or driver development.
• Familiarity with Linux SDK build systems (Yocto / Buildroot).

Pay Range: $189,400.00 to $252,500.00. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for the role. This may vary depending on experience and other factors. Our benefits package includes tuition reimbursement; 3 weeks paid vacation your first year, paid holidays, medical, vision and dental coverage, pet insurance, life insurance, and 401K contributions.

The work environment described here are representative of those that an employee would work within. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Office Workers: This job requires frequent contact outside the department or company and the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate with occasional loud noise.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Office Workers: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to handle or manipulate objects. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, sit, work with computers, office equipment, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee will occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds, 50 pounds with assistance.