Embedded Software Engineer

This role focuses on developing, integrating, and testing C++ embedded software for mission critical RF systems within a realtime operating system environment. You will contribute across the full software development lifecyclefrom requirements and design through coding, verification, and hardware integrationwhile working in an Agile, labbased engineering setting. The position requires strong C++ and object oriented programming skills, experience with Linux and realtime operating systems, and the ability to perform handson testing and debugging on embedded hardware in support of high reliability defense applications.

• This role is located in Illinois.
• Design, develop, and maintain C++ embedded software for realtime RF systems running on Linux and other realtime operating systems.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture and design, implementation, unit testing, integration, and verification.
• Perform handson testing and debugging of embedded software in a lab environment, including integration of software with hardware platforms.
• Work closely with cross functional engineering teams to integrate embedded software into complex RF and defense systems.
• Use Agile development practices and tools such as Jira and Git (or similar) to plan work, track progress, manage code, and collaborate with team members.
• Develop and maintain scripts (for example, in Python or Bash) to support build, test, integration, and automation activities.
• Debug and resolve issues on embedded targets, including multithreaded and distributed embedded systems where applicable.
• Support validation of software in lab environments, including ontarget testing and verification of functionality and performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of software development processes, coding standards, and best practices within the team.
• Ensure that all software work products meet reliability, performance, and quality requirements appropriate for mission critical defense systems.

• Bachelors degree with 8 years of experience, Masters degree with 6 years of experience, or equivalent practical experience in software or embedded systems engineering.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and object oriented programming, with the ability to apply solid design principles from day one.
• Experience developing embedded software on Linux or other realtime operating systems.
• Handson experience in a lab environment, including testing, debugging, and integrating embedded software on hardware platforms.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools such as Jira and Git, or similar issue tracking and version control systems.
• Scripting experience using languages such as Python or Bash to support development, automation, and testing tasks.
• Experience working with embedded systems and firmware development.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• Ability to work independently, be self sufficient, and quickly become productive in a complex engineering environment.

• Experience with C++11 and modern C++ features.
• Strong debugging and integration skills on embedded targets, including ontarget testing and troubleshooting.
• Experience with multithreaded or distributed embedded systems.
• Experience with SPs or ARM cores embedded in FPGAs or SoCs.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Experience developing embedded software on realtime operating systems (RTOS) is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge on RFbased technology or defense related systems.
• Experience with Linux-based embedded systems and firmware development in a regulated or high reliability environment.

This is a Contract position based out of Palatine, IL.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $120.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and…