Software Engineer I (On-Site

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG
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Country: United States of America
Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance:
Secret
Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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Raytheon is seeking an entry-level Embedded Software Engineer (P1) to support development of Linux-based compute platforms and mission-critical processing systems used in advanced sensing and EO/IR programs. This role is designed for engineers beginning their professional careers who are eager to build foundational skills in embedded software, compute-pipeline development, and platform integration within a structured, mentorship-driven engineering environment.

• Contribute to development of software components providing core compute-platform services such as data transport, scheduling, and processing orchestration.
• Assist in implementing frameworks that support scalable, high-throughput, low-latency processing pipelines under guidance from senior engineers.
• Support documentation of platform interfaces, APIs, and data flows with direction from experienced team members.
• Integrate software across Linux-based compute nodes and heterogeneous processing environments.
• Participate in configuring Linux OS environments and containerized runtime systems to support deployment and operation.
• Engage in Agile development activities and contribute to CI/CD pipeline operations.
• Assist with basic performance profiling and optimization tasks related to compute workloads.
• Help troubleshoot issues in multiprocess or distributed compute environments with support from senior engineers.
• Support improvements to platform tools, workflows, and development practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• Foundational proficiency in at least one systems-level programming language (C, C++, or Rust).
• Experience developing software in Linux environments.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies or modern software development practices.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• Experience using Docker or Podman.
• Familiarity with real-time, platform, or low-level systems concepts.
• Exposure to Linux security concepts or configuration practices.
• Familiarity with software build tools such as CMake or Conan.
• Experience with GPU programming concepts (CUDA) or accelerated computing from coursework or personal projects.
• Hands-on experience working with embedded Linux boards in…