Embedded Software Engineer

• Job Title:
  
  Embedded Software Engineer
• Job Category:
  Engineering
• Time Type:
  Full time
• Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
  None
• Employee Type:
  Regular
• Percentage of
  
  Travel Required:
  
  Up to 10%
• Type of Travel:
  Continental US

CAI is currently seeking an experienced software engineer with a background working with embedded processors and operating systems to join our Mastodon design team in Rochester, NY. We specialize in designing and building hardware and software to meet customer requirements. We focus on offering devices that can be fielded immediately to meet mission needs that lie directly ahead. Size, weight, power, and packaging are of paramount importance in everything we design and build.

Our expertise allows us to rapidly provide these solutions in specialized electronic/mechanical design, embedded & application‑level software, reverse engineering & protocol analysis, and RF signals exploitation and communications systems.

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux software applications for custom hardware platforms
• Develop and debug device drivers, board support packages (BSP), and middleware
• Optimize system performance, memory usage, and boot times
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and continuous integration efforts
• Maintain documentation and ensure software quality through best development practices

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in embedded development
• Proficient in C/C++ with strong debugging and troubleshooting skills
• Strong experience developing a variety of applications on real‑time, multi‑threaded embedded systems
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• US citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance

• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker on embedded systems)
• Linux environment development on ARMs, Zynq, and Texas Instruments platform
• Experience with build systems like Yocto Project, Buildroot, or Open Embedded
• Hands‑on experience with Linux kernel customization, driver development, and system‑level debugging
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash)
• Strong understanding of hardware‑software interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO, etc.)

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities.

Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

$69,100-$141,500

CAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.