Software Engineer I

Markem-Imaje is a trusted world manufacturer of product identification and traceability solutions, offering a full line of reliable and innovative inkjet, thermal transfer, laser, print and apply label systems. Markem-Imaje delivers fully integrated solutions that enable product quality and safety, regulatory and retailer compliance, better product recalls and improved manufacturing processes.

Based in Downers Grove, IL, Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion.

The Role:

The role of the embedded software engineer is to design, implement, validate, and maintain the embedded software for Markem-Imaje current and future products across a variety of printing/marking technologies and application spaces using industry standard best practices. This entry-level role requires the ability to work on problems of limited scope, follow Markem-Imaje standard practices and procedures, and work as part of a team taking direction from senior team members.

Job Responsibilities:

* Design, implement, and validate high quality embedded software using established standards as part of an Agile team of engineers.
* Contribute ideas for best practices and tools to improve team efficiency, effectiveness, and software quality.
* Participate in design and code review, providing feedback to other developers.
* Accept and act upon constructive feedback from fellow developers.
* Estimate required effort on assigned tasks including time, materials, etc.
* Attend and participate in daily stand-up meetings and in the entire agile process.
* Develop basic unit tests
* Execute existing automated and manual system tests
* Suggest improvements to the continuous integration process
* Obtain sufficient knowledge in current Markem-Imaje printing technologies to contribute embedded software to such printers
* Know the different Markem-Imaje printing technologies and where each technology fits in the industrial coding market
* Travel: Up to 10%, including international trips.
* Mix of office and laboratory environment

Job Requirements:

* Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering
* 0-2 years of professional experience developing software
* Hands-on experience through coursework or internship
* Recent advanced coursework or cutting-edge research is a plus
* Experience with Agile/Scrum development practices
* Basic design skills such as functional decomposition, UML, and design patterns.
* Experience writing C and C++ code. Demonstrate the ability to use simple C and C++ constructs
* Experience with scripting languages such as python, perl, etc.
* Understanding of object-oriented programming, memory management, distributed systems programming, multi-threaded programming, and on-target debugging with application development on Linux OS
* Understanding and knowledge of test-driven development, unit testing, and defect characterization
* Basic understanding of requirement analysis
* Familiarity with configuration management skills such as revision control, continuous integration and deployment, automated build systems, release management, and technical documentation
* General knowledge of real-time operating system concepts and some experience in their use
* Basic knowledge of electronics including micro-controllers, memory, and peripherals as well as in reading schematics and basic use of oscilloscopes/logic analyzers is a plus
* Knowledge and experience with the following tools are a plus: GCC, Visual Studio, Eclipse, JSON, XML, Python, Bamboo, SCONS, FitNesse, Lauterbach debuggers
* Ability to learn and apply software engineering best practices through participation in pair programming and regular code reviews
* Ability to work within a fast-paced agile software team
* Ability to quickly learn new concepts and software
* Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

The right candidate will be aligned to our values and culture:

* Collaborative entrepreneurial spirit
* Winning through customers
* High ethical standards, openness, and trust
* Expectations for results
* Respect and value people

If you believe you match our values and have the experience we're looking for, apply! We can't wait to hear from you!

Work Arrangement: Onsite
Pay Range: Annually

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 64 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition reimbursement at the maximum amount of $5,250 per employee per calendar year, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services.

Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact keenehr@markem-imaje.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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