Developer

As an Embedded Software Engineer at The Toro Company, your key responsibilities include developing, debugging, and validating embedded software for commercial-grade vehicles. You will also design machine network architecture and communication protocols while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to prototype solutions that meet safety and compliance standards.

To become a Developer at The Toro Company, you’ll need at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Depending on the level of the position, you may require either 4 years of experience for Engineer III or 7 years for Engineer IV in developing embedded software for electrical or electronic systems.

Essential programming skills for the Developer role at The Toro Company include proficiency in C/C++ for 8/16/32-bit microcontrollers. It's also beneficial to have experience with communication schemes like SPI, I2C, RS232, and CAN, as well as a solid understanding of hardware-software integration.

As a Developer at The Toro Company, you'll be working with a variety of technologies including embedded systems, telematics devices, and over-the-air firmware updates. Your proficiency in coding for microcontrollers and your experience with various communication protocols will be pivotal in your day-to-day responsibilities.

The Toro Company offers a comprehensive benefits package for Developers, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k plan, and onsite amenities like a café and fitness center. There are also opportunities for community engagement and flexible work arrangements, making it a great place to work.

Discuss specific projects where you developed embedded systems, highlighting your role in coding, debugging, and validating the software. Use concrete examples to demonstrate your problem-solving skills and technical expertise.

Be prepared to share your familiarity with protocols such as SPI, I2C, RS232, and CAN. Discuss how you implemented these protocols in your projects, detailing any challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

Describe your approach to safety and compliance, including any standards you adhere to, the processes you follow for documentation, and examples of how you've ensured that your software meets these regulations in past projects.

Explain how hardware-software integration enhances system performance and reliability, and discuss past experiences where your work involved close collaboration between hardware and software teams to achieve project goals.

Share the debugging tools and techniques you’ve employed, such as oscilloscopes, debuggers, and simulation software. Highlight how these tools helped you identify and solve issues efficiently in your previous projects.

Provide a detailed account of a project where you developed a prototype. Discuss the objectives, your methodology, challenges you faced, and how this prototype benefited the overall project or team.

Mention resources such as online courses, industry publications, and professional networks that you leverage to keep your skills current, demonstrating your commitment to continuous learning in the field.

Share a specific team project that reflects your collaborative skills. Discuss your contributions, how you communicated with team members, and the impact that teamwork had on the project's success.

Highlight potential challenges like changing specifications, integration issues, or compliance hurdles. Discuss strategies you would employ to mitigate these challenges based on your prior experiences.

Share your enthusiasm for the role and the company’s mission. Discuss how your skills align with The Toro Company’s goals, and express your desire to contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of landscape maintenance.