Senior Software Engineer

*** THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION LOCATED IN AURORA, OHIO
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* About Us:

Layer Zero Power Systems Inc. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission-critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the data center (our main focus), financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors.

Layer Zero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers.

The successful candidate will have direct responsibility for new product development projects and the processes that bring them to fruition. A Senior Software Engineer takes ownership of the full software life cycle from concept capture through end-of-life deprecation. Planning and process monitoring throughout the software life cycle are integral to the position’s responsibilities, such as specification, coding, testing, and QA/QC of the product.

In addition to product development, a successful Senior Software Engineer acts as a role model and mentor for junior-level engineers, helping in guiding both their day-to-day contributions and their professional growth. Embedded real-time software systems, communications, embedded databases, and human interfaces are all aspects of Layer Zero’s core competency in software engineering. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to this broad range of software engineering disciplines.

Excellence in customer communication is paramount to success in this role.

• Work with customers, both within Layer Zero and end users, to define and capture requirements.
• Develop software system architectures to meet complex requirements.
• Use state-of-the-art software techniques to design applications for new products.
• Take ownership of and maintain existing software subsystems.
• Directly contributes to the addition of new features and bug fixes to new and existing systems.
• Develop in-depth understanding of complex SoC, DSP, FPGA, and similar components.
• Partition of large development efforts into manageable projects that can be delegated to other software engineers.
• Develop testing strategies for complex, configurable applications.
• Manage product lifecycle trajectory.
• Participates in software code reviews via online tools.
• Enhance the new product development process.
• Mentor junior-level engineers.

• A minimum of 10 years of success in full software lifecycle development from concept capture through end-of-life.
• In-depth knowledge of C/C++ programming.
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems, Linux, drivers, memory, processes, etc.
• In-depth knowledge of database tools such as MySQL.
• Working knowledge of web interface tools such as PHP, JavaScript, etc.
• Working knowledge of scripting languages, e.g., Python, Bash, etc.
• Practical skill in the design and construction of useful, real-world items.
• Hands-on experience in embedded real-time software development with embedded Linux or other embedded OS.
• Success with integrated hardware/software co-design.
• Experience with embedded Linux build frameworks such as Yocto or Buildroot.
• Experience with TCP/IP networking and industrial data communication protocols such as MODBUS/TCP, BACnet, and SNMP.
• Expertise with project management and defect management tools.
• Experience with Windows and Linux application development.

• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Master of Science in Computer Engineering, Master of Science in Computer Science
• A Ph.D. in the above disciplines would be highly desired

• Competitive pay with performance incentives
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with company match
• 3 weeks PTO, 10 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays

• Impact: Develop your skills and expertise in a rapidly growing industry, with your work directly influencing the success of mission‑critical projects.
• Innovation: Immerse yourself in an environment that celebrates forward‑thinking and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative spirit: Work closely with engineers, marketers, and other professionals to bring ideas to life.
• Grow with us: We are committed to your personal and professional development, offering endless opportunities to improve your skills and advance your career.

At Layer Zero, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.