Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Trusted Concepts, Inc. – Herndon, VA

Join the Wireless Division at Two Six Technologies in Herndon, Virginia, where we push the boundaries of embedded software and security research to develop capabilities that support national security missions. We are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Security Research to lead the design, implementation, and deployment of advanced embedded software solutions derived from prototypes and proofs‑of‑concept created by our reverse engineering and vulnerability research teams.

In this role, you will also drive Dev Ops and CI/CD practices, ensuring scalable, modular, and maintainable software delivery for mission‑critical projects.

• Serve as the primary embedded software developer on a small, high‑performing team.
• Mature R&D prototypes into operational, field‑able solutions for national security missions.
• Apply deep knowledge of embedded systems software to solve complex technical challenges.
• Develop APIs and interfaces bridging embedded software, hardware, and security research efforts.
• Lead and implement Dev Ops practices, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment workflows.
• Collaborate with reverse engineering and vulnerability research teams to integrate findings into software capabilities.
• Debug and reverse engineer Linux and embedded applications as needed to support capability development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related scientific domain.
• 5+ years of embedded software development experience (C, C++, Embedded C, or similar).
• Experience developing operational software from prototype or R&D outputs.
• Strong understanding of operating system internals (privilege levels, memory layout, process/thread management).
• Proficiency in network programming and understanding of TCP/IP and higher‑level protocols.
• Experience with debugging tools (GDB, Win Dbg, JTAG, or similar).
• Familiarity supporting reverse engineering, vulnerability research, or cybersecurity capability development.
• Demonstrated experience leading Dev Ops or CI/CD initiatives for embedded or security‑focused software.

• Graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related domain.
• Hands‑on experience with firmware and driver development across Linux, Windows, or embedded platforms.
• Experience identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in complex software or embedded systems.
• Knowledge of memory protection and security mechanisms (ASLR, DEP, MMU).
• Rapidly navigate and understand unfamiliar code bases.
• Familiarity with reverse engineering x86, ARM, or embedded binaries.
• Expertise with automated testing frameworks, virtual machine test ranges, and CI/CD pipelines.

• Active Top Secret Clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.

$144,852 - $217,277 USD per annum (general guideline, not guaranteed).

Competitive and comprehensive package: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance, and professional development.

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