Embedded Software Engineer

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• In this multi-year project, you will help develop state-of-the-art systems that detect threat objects before they can cause harm. The system will help solve an urgent need to protect US military and civilian personnel abroad and at home.
• You will be part of a dynamic team of engineers, scientists and programmers. You will work with one of the nation’s premier laboratories alongside top-notch talent from the civilian, contractor and military sectors, and you will have access to advanced test equipment and analysis software.
• In this project, you will help develop a system-of-systems (SoS) approach that fuses data from radars and other sensors to provide real-time detection of threats. Your work will employ field data collections to obtain data for machine learning, and you will be involved in designing the system from the ground up.
• By applying your hands‑on knowledge of RF signal processing and system integration, you will play a direct role in transitioning this technology from the laboratory to the battlefield.
• In this role, you will build your strengths in designing, building and testing RF signal processing chains. You will be exposed to new analysis tools, test equipment and test methods. Each day will present a new opportunity to learn and grow. Professional development is encouraged and expected at I‑3.

• A typical day will be spent in the office and lab, involving a wide variety of activities such as design and analysis, testing and evaluation of algorithms and data visualization tools, customer meetings and design review meetings.

We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop software for prototype embedded platforms. This role emphasizes practical, hands‑on embedded development and close interaction with hardware, making it well suited for candidates with a background in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

• Develop and test embedded software for microcontroller‑based systems.
• Interface directly with microcontroller hardware peripherals such as GPIO, timers, ADC/DACs, SPI, I2C, UART, and other standard interfaces.
• Prototype and validate designs using development platforms such as Arduino or similar microcontroller ecosystems.
• Debug and troubleshoot software and hardware issues using standard embedded debugging tools (JTAG, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes).
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers to bring up new boards, verify designs and resolve system‑level issues.
• Contribute to system integration, testing, and reliability improvements.
• Produce clear technical documentation for software design, interfaces, and test procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Solid experience with embedded C/C++ development.
• Hands‑on experience working with microcontrollers and their hardware peripherals.
• Understanding of low‑level software concepts such as memory management, interrupts, and concurrency.

• Master’s degree in a relevant technical field is a plus; a PhD is not required for this role.
• Experience with common embedded development platforms and frameworks (e.g., Arduino or similar ecosystems).
• Exposure to real‑time operating systems (RTOS) and scheduling concepts.
• Experience with hardware abstraction layers and low‑level drivers.
• Familiarity with version control systems, code reviews, and embedded software development best practices.
• Open to candidates ranging from early‑career engineers to experienced professionals (8‑12 years of experience).
• We value motivated, fast‑learning engineers with strong fundamentals as well as more experienced candidates who can work independently and mentor others.

This role focuses on practical embedded software development rather than purely academic research. Candidates should be comfortable working close to the hardware and contributing across the full embedded software design cycle.

• 8 Hour Work Day
• Hybrid but mostly on‑site at Adelphi Lab Center

US citizenship is required. Candidates should possess or be eligible to obtain a SECRET clearance.

Hybrid but mostly on‑site at Adelphi Lab Center, Adelphi, MD

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Ideal Innovations, Inc. is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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