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Embedded Architect Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

STR is hiring an Embedded Systems Emulation Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team of ... Work as part of a small, focused team to architect, develop, implement, and test modular software ...

Embedded S/W Engineer Senior

Severn, MD

$137K - $180K/yr

As a Embedded S/W Engineer Senior, you will architect and implement embedded software for discrete and FPGA-based microcontrollers contributing to the development of Software Defined Radios using C/C ...

On-site/Hybrid Our client, a growing defense technology company, is hiring a Senior Hardware Architect to lead the design and development of ruggedized, embedded hardware platforms deployed in ...

STR is hiring an Embedded Systems Emulation Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team of ... Work as part of a small, focused team to architect, develop, implement, and test modular software ...

Embedded Software Engineer

VA · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Objective of role: The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development ... The engineer will contribute to software architecture, product enhancements, and reliability ...

The Embedded Software Engineer will own the design, development, and test of digital logic and ... architect future products and systems and validate existing products and systems * Lead hardware ...

Embedded Software Engineer

Germantown, MD · On-site

$125K - $155K/yr

The Embedded Software Engineer will own the design, development, and test of digital logic and ... architect future products and systems and validate existing products and systems * Lead hardware ...

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What is the difference between Embedded Architect vs Embedded Software Engineer?

AspectEmbedded Architect

Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields; certifications like ARM or IoT certifications are common

Work EnvironmentDesigning system architecture, collaborating with hardware and software teams, often in R&D or product development settings

Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies developing complex embedded systems such as IoT devices, automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics

Embedded Architects focus on designing the overall system architecture of embedded solutions, ensuring integration and scalability. Embedded Software Engineers typically implement and test the software components within those architectures. While both roles require similar technical backgrounds, the Embedded Architect role emphasizes system-level design and planning, whereas Embedded Software Engineers focus on coding and software development within the established architecture.

What is the salary of embedded architect?

The average salary of an embedded architect typically ranges from $100,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Senior roles with specialized skills in hardware design, real-time operating systems, and embedded programming can command higher compensation.
Infographic showing various Embedded Architect job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution.

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Job Description: 

Accenture Federal Services is seeking an Embedded Developer to support numerous challenging, mission-critical projects that make a direct impact on the nation's security and intelligence mission. This person will perform virtual environment development, vulnerability analysis, reverse engineering, software development, and operational support to solve many of the country's toughest problems.

Responsibilities:

  • Apply expertise in cloud engineering, C/C++ development, Java development, reverse engineering, and automated unit testing in Python
  • Develop capabilities in assembly
  • Research existing functionality
  • Provide support to the test team during component and system testing
  • Perform protocol analysis
  • Learn new technologies quickly

Here's what you need:

  • Six (6) or more years of Software System Requirements Analysis, Design, Development, Integration, and/or Testing
  • Four (4) or more years of Software development experience using C, C/C++, or other proprietary languages
  • Configuration, administration, and development experience with Virtual Environments (VMWare/ESXi, Open Stack, Open vSwitch, QEMU)
  • Development experience on embedded platforms (Linux, Unix, Android, VxWorks)
  • Experience with Software Reverse Engineering and/or debugging tools, such as IDAPro, OllyDbg, gdb, etc.
  • BA or BS degree

Bonus Points if you have: 

  • Experience with vulnerability analysis and exploit development
  • Experience with Python
  • Experience with Assembly
  • Knowledge of telecommunications architecture and protocols
  • Familiarity with assembly languages (development or reversing) 
  • Knowledge of low-level, systems programming concepts 

Security Clearance:

  • Must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph level clearance

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