Advanced Software Engineer Space and Embedded Crypto

Advanced Software Engineer for Space and Embedded Crypto

Job Title:

Advanced Software Engineer for Space and Embedded Crypto

Location:

Scottsdale, AZ or Hybrid/Flex

Employment Type:

Contract to Direct

Compensation: $62.16/ hour

We are seeking an Advanced Software Engineer to support the development of next-generation cryptographic solutions for space and embedded systems. In this role, you'll work as part of a cross-functional engineering team designing secure, high-performance software for advanced defense, aerospace, and embedded technology applications.

• Work on cutting-edge cryptographic technologies supporting critical national security missions.
• Contribute to advanced space and embedded system development programs.
• Collaborate with talented software, hardware, systems, and cybersecurity engineers.
• Participate in research-driven initiatives that push the boundaries of secure communications and embedded computing.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

This role provides the opportunity to develop secure software solutions that support next-generation space and embedded cryptographic platforms. You'll help shape advanced technologies while working on challenging engineering problems involving secure communications, embedded systems, and mission-critical applications.

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• Design, develop, test, and maintain software for embedded cryptographic and space-based systems.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture, implementation, verification, and deployment.
• Develop secure, reliable, and maintainable software solutions for mission-critical applications.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and cybersecurity teams to integrate software into embedded platforms.
• Support software troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and system validation activities.
• Apply software engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices throughout development efforts.
• Contribute to Agile development activities, sprint planning, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support innovation efforts by evaluating and implementing emerging technologies and development approaches.

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM field with 5+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience developing software applications, embedded software, or firmware solutions.
• 3+ years of experience programming in Rust and/or C/C++.
• 3+ years of experience developing software for embedded platforms or resource-constrained environments.
• 3+ years of experience supporting software integration, testing, debugging, and verification activities.

• Experience working within Agile software development environments.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, coding standards, design patterns, and development methodologies.
• Experience developing software for cryptographic or secure communications systems.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide technical…