DevSecOps Engineer/Embedded Linux RTOS Software Developer

Contract Professionals, Inc.

Sterling Heights, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Agile Programming Methodologies, Atlassian JIRA, Automation, Automation Systems, Bash Scripting, Booting, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Debugging Tools, Device Drivers, DoD Clearance, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Linux, Embedded Programming Languages, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, GDB (Gnu Debugger), Git, GitHub, Go Programming Language (Golang), Government Contracts, Identify Issues, Jenkins, Knowledge Management, Linux Drivers, Linux Operating System, Memory Hardware, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Visual Studio .NET, Military, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Tracking, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Qt GUI (Graphical User Interface) Toolkit, Realtime Operating System, Requirements Management, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Clearance, Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux), Software Administration, Software Development, Software Engineering, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Systems/Internals Programming, Team Player, Technical Support, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Wiki
LOCATION
Sterling Heights, MI
POSTED
1 day ago

Job Title:DevSecOps Engineer / Embedded Linux RTOS Software Developer

Location:Sterling Heights, MI
Employment Type:Contract
Pay Range:Competitive - Based on Experience

About the Role:
Our client is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer / Embedded Linux RTOS Software Developer to support the integration of advanced vehicle electronic systems. This position focuses on DevSecOps practices, embedded Linux development, CI/CD automation, and long-term software support for mission-critical military vehicle platforms. The ideal candidate will have experience with embedded software development, automation, and modern DevSecOps tools in a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Support integration of embedded software for advanced vehicle electronic systems.
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, ArgoCD, Jenkins, or similar tools.
  • Implement GitOps principles to automate software deployment processes.
  • Work with source control tools including Git, GitLab, and Bitbucket.
  • Utilize development environments such as Eclipse, Visual Studio Code, and Microsoft Visual Studio.
  • Manage requirements using DOORS and track work through Jira and GitLab Issues.
  • Support collaboration using Confluence, GitLab Wiki, and related knowledge management tools.
  • Debug software using GDB and develop applications utilizing Qt.
  • Develop and maintain C/C++ software for long-term maintainability.
  • Create automation scripts using Bash, Python, Go, or similar scripting languages.
  • Support Linux device drivers, bootloaders, memory maps, and embedded system programming.
  • Maintain build environments including Yocto, Buildroot, OpenEmbedded, and Python-based build systems.
  • Support security technologies including SELinux, verified boot, and trusted execution environments.
  • Troubleshoot hardware and low-level software integration issues.
  • Document infrastructure, automation processes, and development procedures.
  • Collaborate with software developers to improve deployment workflows and DevSecOps practices.
  • Support Agile software development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 5-7 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Strong experience with DevSecOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Proficiency with Git, GitLab, Bitbucket, Jira, DOORS, and Confluence.
  • Experience developing embedded software in C and C++.
  • Strong Linux development experience, including embedded Linux and RTOS environments.
  • Experience with Yocto, Buildroot, or OpenEmbedded build systems.
  • Experience writing automation scripts in Bash, Python, Go, or similar languages.
  • Ability to troubleshoot low-level hardware and software issues.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Clearance Requirements:

  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship may be required.

Why Join CPI?
Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI) has connected engineering, technical, and defense professionals with industry-leading employers for over 40 years. We provide personalized recruiter support, competitive compensation, and opportunities to work on innovative, mission-critical defense programs while advancing your technical career.

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT:

This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.

NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT:
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third-party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.

About the Company

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Contract Professionals, Inc.

Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI) is a global, service disabled veteran owned workforce solutions company, which specializes in finding engineering and IT employment opportunities for both civilians and military veterans.
With more than 37 years of industry experience, CPI is proud to represent the most inclusive, innovative and reputable Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies in the United States and select foreign countries.
CPI has received multiple awards for our exceptional service to military veterans, including several from the 101 Best and Brightest Place to Work for Committee, Local, Elite and National 2015 - 2018.
CPI was also honored to receive the prestigious Veteran Owned Business of the Year Award 2016 from the SBA, Michigan. In addition, CPI is proud to be named one of Crain’s Detroit Cool Places to Work for the third year in a row, placing in the top 20 each year 2016 - 2018.
To learn more about engineering and IT employment opportunities or to learn how CPI can help you solve your business challenges with specialized workforce solutions, please visit us today at www.cpijobs.com.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401K, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1982
WEBSITE
https://www.cpijobs.com/