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Qualcomm

Embedded Software Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$139K - $183K/yr

... without direct reports. • 1+ year of work experience with Git, Perforce, or Source Code ... embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs. • Analyzes ...

Silvus Technologies

Embedded Software Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$48.08 - $67.31/hr

THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join our Engineering Group, reporting to the Senior Engineering Director for Irvine with dotted-line reporting to the Director of ...

Silvus Technologies

Embedded Software Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$48.08 - $67.31/hr

THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join our Engineering Group, reporting to the Senior Engineering Director for Irvine with dotted-line reporting to the Director of ...

Fortinet, Inc.

Embedded Software Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$110K - $160K/yr

WiFi team is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer with C programming and networking knowledge ... This position offers a large scope of experience and direct involvement with complex and innovative ...

Motorola

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$135K - $200K/yr

THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is recruiting a Senior Embedded Software Engineer reporting to the Director of Software Engineering on the Software Engineering team. The successful individual in this role ...

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A Director of Embedded Software is responsible for leading teams that design, develop, and maintain embedded software systems, typically used in hardware devices like automotive components, industrial machines, or consumer electronics. They oversee project management, set technical direction, and ensure software quality and compliance with industry standards. This role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and mentoring engineering staff. The director plays a key role in aligning software development with organizational goals and technological advancements.
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Software Embedded Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Camarillo, CA • On-site

$91K - $137K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 361 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 538 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
The software team at Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is looking for you to join our team as an Embedded Software Engineer based out of Camarillo, CA. Come join our team and support our EA-18G Growler Program. All software tasking will be performed at the Naval Air Warfare Center, Point Mugu and our Northrop Grumman Camarillo, CA office.
Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are willing to work on-site.
What you'll get to do:
  • Develop embedded real-time system software
  • Work in an Agile environment as part of a scrum team
  • Resolve software and system defects
  • Collaborate with our customer, internal NGC sites and disciplines
  • Participate and contribute to peer reviews, critical milestone reviews, and technical inter-change meetings
  • Use project dependent tools including:
    • Rational Clear Case, ClearQuest, DOORS
    • Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence
    • Ada, C/C++, C#, Python
    • Green Hills Integrity RTOS, Windows, and Linux

Basic Qualifications for Embedded Software Engineer:
  • BS degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with 2 years of experience, or MS degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with 1 years of experience
  • Experience with a higher order language such as Ada, C/C++, C#
  • Knowledge of object-oriented software development
  • Ability to function as a member of an integrated team
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g. git, Bitbucket, ClearCase, etc.)
  • US Citizenship required
  • Current DoD Secret Clearance or higher

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong verbal communication and customer service skills
  • Strong collaborative mindset
  • Experience working full software life cycle experience on large scale formal DoD program
  • Experience programming with Ada language
  • Experience programming with C++ language
  • Experience with real-time embedded software development
  • Experience working in an Agile environment
  • Electronic Warfare system development and design experience

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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