Embedded Systems Engineer

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As an embedded systems engineer, you know how to create and maintain critical pieces of software. You use your knowledge to write and optimize code that creates a bridge between pieces of software, allowing them to communicate. We’re looking for an embedded systems engineer like you to develop technology for our clients’ most important mission‑forward challenges.

As an embedded systems engineer at Booz Allen, you’ll support the development of systems, suites, and tools for our clients. Using the latest tools and technology, you’ll write, test, and edit code in support of the team’s overall results. You’ll strengthen your skills as you develop and reverse engineer software that supports hardware functionality on a wide range of devices, as well as configure solutions based on the platform being used.

You’ll partner with team leadership to troubleshoot and correct operational issues, as well as with cybersecurity specialists to ensure that the software you’re creating is secure.

Work with us to expand your tech skills and make a meaningful difference.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

• 3+ years of experience in software development and with embedded systems
• Experience with programming languages such as C or C++ and Python
• Experience with low‑level development, including interrupt handlers, device drivers, controlling peripherals, and reading and writing Flash memory
• Experience with digital and analog control systems, power electronics, electromagnetic interference (EMI) techniques, and radio frequency (RF)
• Experience conducting basic and applied research and learning new technologies
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and to analyze client requirements and translate those tasks into deliverables with little or no supervision
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

• 5+ years of experience working across varying computer architecture and operating systems
• Experience with signal generation, high‑powered RF systems, signal processing, bench and system level testing of electronics components, and RF system and platform integration
• Experience with radio frequency testing and evaluation
• Experience with Docker containers, including in CI/CD pipelines
• Secret clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $62,000.00 to $ (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

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