Sr. Software Engineer
Company: Robert Half
Location: Thorofare
Posted on: January 29, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Position Overview: The Senior
Software Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and
enhancing the software on embedded Linux-based devices, including
RFID readers and edge computing platforms. This role is ideal for
candidates who thrive in a cross-functional environment,
demonstrate strong ownership of their technical domain, and are
passionate about building robust device software that seamlessly
integrates hardware and cloud solutions. Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain Linux-based services, microservices, and
system components (primarily using Python, Bash, or other scripting
languages). Design and implement REST APIs for microservices,
device UIs, and Azure cloud integrations. Collaborate with firmware
engineering teams to define and consume hardware-level interfaces
(RFID, GPIO, drivers, etc.). Enhance telemetry, logging,
diagnostics, and observability to facilitate support for QA and
Field Service teams. Write unit, integration, and system-level
tests suited for embedded environments. Conduct peer code reviews,
ensuring code quality, maintainability, and adherence to security
and architectural standards. Document APIs, service behavior,
package flows, upgrade procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Contribute to design discussions, evaluate technology stack
choices, and champion improvements for performance, reliability,
and architecture. Stay current with Linux, networking, packaging
technologies, RFID standards, and cloud-integration approaches.
Partner with QA to review test plans, validate regressions, and
resolve field or production issues. Support operations and
manufacturing teams by ensuring reliable flows for device
provisioning, configuration, and upgrades. Mentor entry level
engineers and help develop team skillsets. Demonstrate readiness to
learn new frameworks, languages, and platforms as the technology
evolves.Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in
Computer Science (or related). Equivalent experience with
demonstrated software engineering roles may be accepted. 8 years of
software engineering industry experience, with at least 3 years in
a senior-level role. Strong Linux experience, including system
services, networking, permissions, and shell tools. Solid
background in developing microservices, service orchestration, REST
APIs, and cloud integrations. Proficient in Python, or willingness
to ramp up quickly. Front-end development experience using React.
Familiarity with systemd, service orchestration, and Git or
equivalent version control. Hands-on experience with software
updates, OTA, commissioning, remote device management, and
telemetry. Deep understanding of unit, integration, and E2E testing
for embedded systems. Ability and drive to troubleshoot complex
hardware, software, and system-level interactions. Openness and
aptitude for learning new programming languages, tools, and
frameworks. Preferred/Additional Qualifications: 2 years of direct
experience with embedded software engineering. Exposure to Rust
and/or Go. Experience with RFID systems, IoT, sensor integration,
or field-deployed devices. Azure cloud integration experience;
working knowledge of MQTT, Linux networking, reverse proxies (e.g.,
Traefik). Familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Azure
Pipelines), and automated testing. Experience navigating compliance
or regulated product environments. Security experience (SAST, DAST,
SCA tools). Key Attributes for Success: Excellent communication and
collaboration skills. Proven ability to take ownership of technical
challenges and deliver solutions. Strong troubleshooting expertise
for device-to-cloud and device-to-hardware interactions. Team
player open to mentoring and learning.
Keywords: Robert Half, Reading , Sr. Software Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Thorofare, Pennsylvania
