Embedded Software Developer Security Clearance
Job in
Dahlgren, King George County, Virginia, 22448, USA
Listed on 2026-05-15
Listing for:
Command Post Technologies, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-15
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Embedded Software Engineer, Software Engineer, C++ Developer, Python
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
* Design, implement, and test embedded software solutions in C/C++ for microcontrollers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), or Linux-based embedded systems.
* Develop firmware and low-level drivers to interface with sensors, communication buses, and custom hardware.
* Support integration of embedded software with hardware components, including bring up, debugging, and troubleshooting.
* Participate in system architecture discussions and assist in defining requirements and design specifications.
* Implement secure coding practices and support cyber-hardened embedded software designs.
* Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and performance validation.
* Analyze system logs, memory usage, and timing behavior to optimize performance.
* Create and maintain technical documentation, including design descriptions, interface control documents (ICDs), test procedures, and user guides.
* Participate in Agile sprint cycles, technical reviews, and code walkthroughs.
* Provide technical support for fielded systems and assist with defect resolution.
* Collaborate with electrical, systems, and test engineering teams to ensure end-to-end solution performance.
* Other duties as assigned. Requirements
* A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.
* Six (6) years of professional technical experience, which includes at least four (4) years of specialized experience performing computer hardware engineering, software design, coding and compilation of code; computer or software requirements, management, computer systems or software integration; and utilizing systems engineering software tools.
* Specialized experience shall also include demonstrated ability to engineer complex systems with integrated software and hardware solutions. An example includes experience related to weapons systems and/or Navy programs utilizing agile software design processes, such as, but not limited to, Python, R, HTML, C/C++, Unix, and Linux.
* Strong understanding of SharePoint and Microsoft Teams, including experience building and managing sites, pages, lists, and libraries.
* Strong experience developing embedded software in C and/or C++.
* Experience working with microcontrollers, SoCs, or embedded Linux systems.
* Hands-on experience with embedded tool chains, debugging tools (JTAG, SWD), oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or serial interfaces.
* Knowledge of embedded communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, or similar.
* Strong understanding of real-time constraints, interrupts, and low-level hardware interactions.
* Familiarity with version control systems (Git preferred).
* Ability to analyze technical problems and produce reliable solutions under schedule constraints.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with RTOS environments (FreeRTOS, VxWorks, QNX, RTEMS, etc.).
* Experience with ARM Cortex processors or similar embedded architectures.
* Familiarity with Python for test automation and scripting.
* Experience with embedded security, trusted computing, or secure boot.
* Background in DoD, Navy systems, or safety-critical applications.
* Experience with modeling tools, interface definition, or hardware simulation. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location. Physical Demands:
* Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
* Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
* Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically
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