Senior Software Engineer

Job Title

Senior Software Engineer

Focus on embedded software solutions supporting active protection systems for ground vehicles. Contribute across the full software lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, design, development, integration, and testing. Development of modular software frameworks, integration of externally developed components, and collaboration with systems engineering teams to deliver mission‑critical capabilities.

• Design and develop embedded software solutions for ground combat vehicle protection systems.
• Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements to testing.
• Develop modular software frameworks and integrate externally developed components.
• Collaborate with systems engineering teams to ensure mission‑critical capabilities are met.

• Proficiency in embedded software development using C++ in a Linux RTOS environment.
• Strong skills in software architecture and design, particularly in modular and reusable systems.
• Experience with middleware, drivers, and hardware integration.
• Advanced Linux proficiency, including command line, networking, and system administration.
• Experience with build systems such as CMake and scripting languages like Python and Bash.
• Proficiency with version control systems like Git and Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence.

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Experience in structured development environments (CMM or similar).
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging capabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience with Qt UI development in Linux, Jenkins/CI pipelines, and automated software testing.
• Familiarity with DDS, TCP/IP communication protocols, RPM packaging, partitioning, encryption, and Kickstarter.

The position is on‑site at the U.S. Army GVSC (Ground Vehicle Systems Center) in Warren, MI. The work environment is fast‑paced and engineering‑driven, supporting defense vehicle programs. There is cross‑functional collaboration with government engineers and external vendors.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Warren, MI.

The pay range for this position is $60.10 - $72.12 per hour.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

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.

The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.

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This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026.