Embedded Software Engineer

Overview

Designs and implements software of embedded devices and systems from requirements to production and commercial deployment for product lines. Designs, develops, codes, tests and debugs system software. Involved in specifications, design and development of embedded firmware in engineering projects. Analyzes and enhances efficiency, stability and scalability of system resources. Integrates and validates new product designs. Supports software QA, provides post‑production support, and interfaces with hardware design and development.

• Experience in embedded systems development.
• Hands‑on development and troubleshooting on embedded targets.
• Solid programming experience in C or C++.
• Proven experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real‑time operating systems.
• Knowledge of reading schematics and data sheets for components.
• Strong documentation and writing skills.
• Minimum Bachelor's Degree (Master’s Degree preferred).
• Active Secret clearance required.
• Experience in software unit testing – 5 years.
• Firmware experience – 5 years.
• Real‑time embedded systems (RTOS, VxWorks, Xenomai, Linux) – 5 years.
• Real‑time software/hardware integration – 5 years.
• Software documentation – 5 years.
• C/C++ programming – 5 years.
• Collaboration on shared code repositories (Git) – 5 years.
• Embedded software – 5 years.
• Object‑oriented software design and development – 5 years.
• Scripting languages (Perl, Python, Shell, Power Shell) – 5 years.
• Multithreaded and multiprocessor applications – 5 years.
• CI/CD pipeline tools (Git Hub Actions, Jenkins, Ansible) – 5 years.
• Communication protocols (USB, Ethernet, PCIe, I2C, SPI) – 5 years.
• Software testing – 5 years.

• Data/Reporting – MODBUS protocol – 0 years.
• Master’s Degree (preferred).

Hybrid – onsite 3 days a week in Lexington, MA 02421.

Estimated 5% domestic and international travel.

Initial pre‑screen with Group Leader(s). If the candidate advances, a larger group interview with technical staff will follow.

Duration: 36 months.

Pay Range: $70 – $95 per hour.

Requirement:
Active Secret clearance.