Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Owego, NY

Job ID: #73235

Pay Range: $65-77

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled C/C++ Software Engineer to join our team in Owego, NY. This full?time, onsite role operates in a classified environment and requires an active Full?Secret security clearance. The engineer will design, develop, test, and maintain both secure processing applications and high?performance embedded software for mission?critical platforms.
Core Responsibilities
* Design & Development Write, debug, and maintain modern C++ code for secure processing applications. Develop and sustain legacy code-bases used across multiple projects. Implement low?level C/C++ for bare?metal and RTOS environments (e.g., FreeRTOS, VxWorks).
* Embedded & Firmware Integration Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software with micro-controllers, ASICs, and FPGA subsystems (Xilinx, PolarFire). Produce firmware, drivers, and hardware?abstraction layers for mission?critical platforms.
* CI/CD & Build Automation Maintain and enhance CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI) to streamline builds, tests, and deployments. Use build systems such as CMake or Make; script automation with Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
* Quality & Compliance Enforce coding standards (MISRA C/C++, C++ Core Guidelines). Conduct peer reviews, unit?testing (GoogleTest), and maintain comprehensive test suites.
* Documentation & Communication Create clear design documents, interface specifications, and maintenance guides. Participate in Agile ceremonies (stand?ups, sprint planning, retrospectives). Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge across cross?functional teams.
Required Qualifications
* Experience: 5-6?years of professional C/C++ development, preferably in embedded or real?time contexts.
* Software Verification: 1-2?years of experience developing and executing software verification procedures, including creation of test plans, verification matrices, and compliance reporting.
* Clearance: Active Full?Secret security clearance.
* Technical Skills: Proficient in modern C++ (C++14/17/20) and C. Strong debugging skills with hardware tools (JTAG, SWD, logic analyzers). Version control expertise (Git). Ability to diagnose, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues.
Desired Skills & Experience
* Bare?Metal & Driver Development - Low?level programming for microcontrollers or SoCs without an OS.
* Hardware Driver Development - Writing drivers for ASICs, FPGA interfaces, and peripheral devices.
* Embedded C/C++
* CI/CD Pipelines - Building and maintaining automated pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.
* C# Development - Tooling, test harnesses, or GUI applications.
* FPGA Development - Familiarity with Xilinx/PolarFire families, Vivado/Libero toolchains, Vitis/Softconsole Development Environments.
* Scripting/Automation - Python, Bash, PowerShell for workflow automation.
Education & Certifications
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
* Optional certifications: C++ Institute certification, Xilinx Certified, security clearance courses.
Additional Information
* Location: Owego, NY (full?time, onsite).
* Security: Work performed in a classified environment; all personnel must adhere to handling procedures.
Join our team to develop cutting?edge, secure, and reliable software that directly supports critical mission objectives.

Benefits provided: 401K, medical, dental, and vision, sick time as applicable to state law

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