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Specialist, Software Engineer; Embedded Software

Job in Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22070, USA
Listing for: Women Veterans Interactive
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, C++ Developer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 95000 - 177000 USD Yearly USD 95000.00 177000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Specialist, Software Engineer (Embedded Software)

Specialist, Software Engineer (Embedded Software)

Job Title:

Specialist, Software Engineer (Embedded Software)

Job Code : 38864

Job Location:

Herndon, VA (On-site)

Schedule:

9/80 Regular ( 9/80 Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off )

Job Description

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Harris Integrated Mission Systems is seeking a Software Engineer. Responsibilities include the translation of requirements into working and maintainable solutions for our C5 and Cyber Solution Centers. The selected candidate will apply technical proficiency across various stages of our SDLC, gather requirements and work closely with stakeholders to prioritize and scope tasks. The selected candidate will be working as a key team member on a Scrum team and will be instrumental in setting our direction and strategy for product and infrastructure development.

Essential

Functions
  • Support the engineering team members as a subject matter expert in embedded software application development, through guidance and direction to one or more software engineers.
  • Investigate root-cause of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team.
  • Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the target hardware.
  • Work closely with cross-functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system.
  • Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware-software integration, and formal test.
  • Develop software test plans and procedures, and other relevant technical documentation.
  • Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, prototype, and evaluate results.
  • Participate in peer reviews, identify, track and repair defects.
  • Utilize a variety of software languages (primarily C/C++ and Python), implementing software for embedded real time operating systems.
Qualifications
  • Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance.
  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
  • 3+ years of experience developing applications on simulated and target hardware.
  • Experience using a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS), such as Green Hills Integrity, VxWorks, or similar.
Preferred Additional Skills
  • Object-oriented design and implementation experience, with exposure to software modeling and UML tools such as IBM Rhapsody or Magic Draw/Cameo.
  • Experience with programming Rust.

    Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real time embedded systems.

    Experience with Modern C++ techniques.

    Experience with Information Assurance and/or cryptography.

    Experience with NSA Type 1 certification or other SW certification such as DO-178.Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Salary and Benefits

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $95,000 MIN - $177,000 MAX. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3

Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3

Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be…

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