Embedded Software Engineer

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We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer 3 with deep expertise in C/C++ to help drive the next generation of our industry‑leading Command, Control and Intelligence (C2I) product line. You will work hands‑on with a large C++ codebase that has evolved to operate within a modern, containerized ecosystem. You will join the Product Innovation department in the development and modernization of our C2I applications deployed operationally around the world.

This is an exceptional opportunity for engineers who enjoy tackling complex, large‑scale software systems and shaping future architecture in a mission‑critical environment. If you are energized by deep technical challenges and meaningful national‑security work, this role is for you.

• Design, develop, and modernize major components within a large, long‑lived C++ codebase.
• Work across an environment of modern cloud/container platforms (Docker/Podman/Kubernetes).
• Lead or support architecture decisions, refactoring initiatives, performance improvements, and code modernization efforts.
• Diagnose and resolve complex, system‑level issues, including multi‑threaded behavior, memory management, and real‑time processing.
• Contribute to containerization strategies, CI/CD enhancements, and runtime optimization of large applications.
• Provide technical mentorship to mid‑ and junior‑level engineers.
• Apply and advocate for best practices in coding, design, testing, reliability, and performance.

• 6+ years of professional software development experience (or equivalent contributions).
• Expert‑level proficiency in C and C++, including memory management, multi‑threading, performance optimization, and debugging.
• Experience developing and running applications in containers (Podman/Docker).
• Proficiency with Git, including merging, rebasing, branching strategies, merge requests/pull requests, and collaborative code review.
• Strong background in Linux (development, debugging, shells, build systems).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.

• Experience in Defense, Aerospace, Air & Missile Defense, or other real‑time/multi‑sensor systems.
• Hands‑on experience with:
• Multi‑container orchestration:
  Docker or Podman Compose
• Container platforms:
  Kubernetes, Open Shift, Rancher, or similar
• CI/CD pipelines:
  Jenkins, Git Lab CI, Git Hub Actions

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Software Development

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