Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

Pay Range: $73hr - $112hr

• The Senior Embedded Software Engineer will act as a subject matter expert in embedded software application development and provide technical guidance to software engineers.
• This role involves developing, integrating, testing, and maintaining embedded software solutions for target hardware while working closely with cross-functional engineering teams.
• The position requires strong expertise in real-time embedded systems, software architecture, and full lifecycle development.

• Support engineering team members by providing guidance and technical direction in embedded software application development.
• Investigate root causes of complex technical issues and implement effective solutions independently or in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical principles to develop software for target hardware platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define and evaluate hardware and software interfaces and overall system performance requirements.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware and software integration, and formal testing.
• Develop software test plans, procedures, and related technical documentation.
• Use modeling tools and laboratory equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental testing, prototype solutions, and evaluate results.
• Participate in peer reviews and identify, track, and resolve software defects.
• Develop embedded software using programming languages such as C, C++, and Python for real-time operating systems.

• Active Department of Defense Secret clearance.
• Minimum of five years of experience developing applications on simulated and target hardware.
• Strong experience with C and C++ up to C++14 for embedded software engineering.
• Strong experience with Python in real-time embedded environments.
• Hands-on experience using a real-time operating system such as Green Hills Integrity, VxWorks, or similar.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

• Minimum of five years of C++ and Python development experience with real-time embedded systems.
• Experience supporting software development across the full product lifecycle.

• Expertise in embedded software engineering and real-time systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Object-oriented design and implementation experience, including exposure to software modeling and UML tools such as IBM Rhapsody or Magic Draw or Cameo.
• Experience developing device drivers and board support packages for real-time embedded systems.
• Experience with modern C++ techniques.
• Experience with information assurance or cryptography.
• Experience with NSA Type 1 certification or other software certifications such as DO-178.
• Familiarity with the Rust programming language.