Sr Software Engineer, Embedded

 Genus PLC is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our Biosystems Engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and optimization of embedded software for the IntelliGen® Technologies Semen Sexing instrument, a critical platform that supports our mission to pioneer animal genetic improvement. You will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and product development teams to create reliable, high-performance embedded solutions that directly impact global animal agriculture.

The successful candidate will possess strong critical thinking skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams. We are seeking a forward-thinking individual to help us advance and modernize our technology.

• Design, implement, test, and maintain embedded software for the IntelliGen® Technologies semen sexing platform.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers to integrate hardware and software components.
• Develop control algorithms for real-time operation of optical, fluidic, and electromechanical subsystems.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in C/C++ or Golang and related embedded development environments.
• Conduct software debugging, troubleshooting, and optimization to ensure robust system performance.
• Develop unit tests, integration tests, and verification strategies to validate software functionality.
• Support system-level design reviews, risk assessments, and root cause analyses.
• Document design specifications, code, and test results according to regulatory and quality standards.
• Stay current with embedded software trends, tools, and methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure that the image of Genus R&D always remains professional and will maintain professional verbal and written communications with co-workers, internal and external collaborators, and vendors.
• Strive to advance skills and display a willingness to accept future development. Actively participate in Company training opportunities to further develop applicable skills
• Gain a thorough understanding of the Company’s business and the department’s role within the company.
• Uphold the Genus core values, mission, and vision. Exemplify the highest level of business and personal integrity.  

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in embedded Linux software development, including:
• Experience with embedded development tools such as debuggers, oscilloscopes, and protocol analyzers
• an understanding of hardware/software interaction, Linux device drivers, and low-level communication protocols (SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, etc.)
• Extensive with version control (e.g., Git) and software development lifecycle methodologies.
• Strong understanding of hardware/software interaction, Linux device drivers, and low-level communication protocols (SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, etc.), microcontrollers schematic and drivers.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with relevant software platforms, such as C/C++ or Golang programming for microcontrollers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), Linux, and bare-metal systems.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience in medical devices, life sciences, or industrial automation software development.
• Knowledge of real-time control systems, digital signal processing, and motion/optics control.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink or other modeling and simulation tools.
• Exposure to regulatory and quality standards such as ISO 13485, IEC 62304, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Agile development practices.

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help sustainably nourish the world.

At Genus we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (employee time off). This position will have opportunities for growth.