Senior Embedded Software Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Embedded Software Engineer with 5–10 years of experience with a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and maintain embedded software for advanced systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and security. This role requires deep technical expertise, hands‑on experience with embedded platforms, and the ability to lead software development initiatives.

Vulcan Wireless seeks a Senior Embedded Linux Developer to join a team developing software defined radios for satellite systems. Designs will implement innovative communication systems in a fast‑paced R&D environment. The successful candidate will be a major contributor to the design and implementation from concept to realization and system integration.

This position requires US Citizenship.

The software developer develops specifications for moderately complex software programming applications and modifies/maintains the existing software. This role develops, modifies, and maintains applications that may be customized or standardized. This position participates in design and coding activities with other staff members.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Designs/codes applications following specifications using the appropriate tools.
• Maintains and modifies existing applications without supervision as well as under direction from senior staff members.
• Performs maintenance programming for existing version.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing data architecture for product.
• Proficient in C/C++ and scripting languages such as Python and/or MATLAB.
• Proficient in Embedded Linux and driver development such as I2C, SPI, UART, and etc.
• Experienced with custom board bring up and Linux kernel configuration.
• Experienced in socket programming and developing multi-threaded applications.
• Problem Solving/Analysis.
• Technical Capacity.
• Time Management.

Other duties may be assigned, as needed by employer.

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

• 5–10 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Vulcan Wireless Inc. develops and manufactures advanced software defined radio systems and sensors for the US Government and commercial customers.

• Location:
  
  Carlsbad, CA

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

• Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Required)

At Vulcan Wireless, Inc., you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in a dynamic and innovative environment. We value professional growth, foster teamwork, and recognize individual contributions that drive our success.

Vulcan Wireless, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

To conform to the U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).