Senior Embedded Soft​/Eng.– EO​/IR System Development

Sr. Embedded Software Developer – Leidos

Leidos Defense Systems is seeking a mid‑level Sr. Embedded Software Developer to serve within the EO/IR Subsystem and Seeker Development portfolio. The role is based in Huntsville, Alabama and requires onsite presence.

• Architect, implement, and test embedded software solutions targeting microprocessors, SoCs, and FPGAs.
• Develop robust software programs for enhancements and software‑intensive systems and products, applying appropriate principles, standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the software development life cycle.
• Analyze software requirements and hardware compatibility, and develop software products and tools used for design.
• Maintain infrastructure and platforms as part of the software ecosystem.
• Partner with other engineers, project managers, technicians, and the customer to develop solutions that adhere to diverse requirements.
• Support resolution of technical issues discovered during the development, integration, and test of deliverable products, including troubleshooting, bug root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent, with 8+ years of experience. MS degree plus 2‑6 years of related experience is preferred.
• Expert knowledge of C and C++ programming languages, and microprocessor assembly languages.
• Experience with communication protocols UART, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN.
• Experience with software versioning and release cycles.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods for software and hardware.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively within a team environment.
• Willingness and ability to work onsite in Huntsville, Alabama.
• Willingness and eligibility to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

• Strong communicator and highly organized, able to own small projects within a high‑productivity team.
• Experience with infrared sensor technology and seeker systems.
• Familiarity with military standards and regulations related to defense systems.
• Knowledge of software programming languages such as C/C++ and Python for embedded systems.
• Active DoD Secret clearance.

Competitive salary: $ – $ plus comprehensive benefits including Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.