Software Engineer

Who we are:

Victor Stanley is a proud member of the PlayCore family. We are a leader in quality site furnishings, which helps you bring your visions to life. From benches and bike racks to smart litter receptacles, which use our Relay Sensor and Service to enable efficient collection routing, we meticulously design, engineer and manufacture every detail to ensure our site furnishings will withstand the test of time. Celebrating over 60 years, we help create a place for people to gather, live life and make timeless moments.

Benefits:

Excellent benefits package for eligible employees. Benefits options include paid time off and a 401(k) plan with employer match available after 60 days of employment.

Summary:

The Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and integrating both software applications and hardware components to support Victor Stanley's Relay initiatives. This role requires strong technical expertise across embedded systems, programming, and hardware design.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Embedded Systems Development
  
  
  
  • Design, develop, and optimize firmware and hardware for IoT-enabled products and smart systems.
  • Implement real-time operating systems, device drivers, and low-level control software.
  
  
  
  
• Relay Product Development Advisor
  
  
  
  • Advise on architecture and technology choices for Relay solutions.
  • Collaborate with engineering and R&D teams to create prototypes and production-ready solutions.
  
  
  
  
• Integration & Testing
  
  
  
  • Oversee hardware/software integration, performance tuning, and compliance with regulatory standards (FCC, UL, etc.).
  • Support quality assurance and certification processes.
  
  
  
  
• Innovation & Mentorship
  
  
  
  • Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams on best practices for embedded design, compliance, testing, and certification processes.
  • Contribute to strategic discussions on connected products and smart city technologies.
  
  
  
  

Competencies:

• Analytical Decision-Making
• Communication
• Learning & Development
• Financial Management
• Planning & Organizing
• Professionalism & Integrity
• Risk-Taking/Creative Thinking
• Teamwork & Relationship-Building
• Results Orientation
• Managing Others

PlayCore and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.