Comfortable programming in C, C++, and Java, with experience in multi-threaded embedded application software and communication systems. * Knowledge of IP networking and networking protocols.
Comfortable programming in C, C++, and Java, with experience in multi-threaded embedded application software and communication systems. * Knowledge of IP networking and networking protocols.
Software Engineer
Moundsview, MN · On-site
The Software Engineer assumes a project role and may serve as a key functional core team member and ... Strong and in-depth knowledge of embedded software systems is required. May have direct supervisory ...
Software Engineer
Moundsview, MN · On-site
The Software Engineer assumes a project role and may serve as a key functional core team member and ... Strong and in-depth knowledge of embedded software systems is required. May have direct supervisory ...
Software Engineer
$50 - $72/hr
Job Title: Embedded Firmware & Linux Software Engineer This full-time, onsite role in Eagan, Minnesota focuses on designing and developing embedded firmware and Linux-based software for ...
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Software Engineer
$50 - $72/hr
Job Title: Embedded Firmware & Linux Software Engineer This full-time, onsite role in Eagan, Minnesota focuses on designing and developing embedded firmware and Linux-based software for ...
Software Engineer
$50 - $72/hr
Job Title: Embedded Firmware & Linux Software Engineer This full-time, onsite role in Eagan, Minnesota focuses on designing and developing embedded firmware and Linux-based software for ...
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Software Engineer
$50 - $72/hr
Job Title: Embedded Firmware & Linux Software Engineer This full-time, onsite role in Eagan, Minnesota focuses on designing and developing embedded firmware and Linux-based software for ...
At TSI, you make a difference - every day. Sr. Principal Software Engineer - Supervisor (Embedded) at TSI TSI is reimagining their business and customer experience by delivering game changing digital ...
At TSI, you make a difference - every day. Sr. Principal Software Engineer - Supervisor (Embedded) at TSI TSI is reimagining their business and customer experience by delivering game changing digital ...
Senior Software Engineer -CRDN
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$127K - $168K/yr
Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality medical device embedded software solutions as part ... Collaborate with QA engineers to perform manual and automated testing, participating in bug ...
Senior Software Engineer -CRDN
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$127K - $168K/yr
Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality medical device embedded software solutions as part ... Collaborate with QA engineers to perform manual and automated testing, participating in bug ...
Sr. Principal Software Engineer - Supervisor (Embedded)
Shoreview, MN · On-site
$175K - $190K/yr
At TSI, you make a difference - every day. Sr. Principal Software Engineer - Supervisor (Embedded) at TSI TSI is reimagining their business and customer experience by delivering game changing digital ...
Sr. Principal Software Engineer - Supervisor (Embedded)
Shoreview, MN · On-site
$175K - $190K/yr
At TSI, you make a difference - every day. Sr. Principal Software Engineer - Supervisor (Embedded) at TSI TSI is reimagining their business and customer experience by delivering game changing digital ...
Senior Software Engineer -CRDN
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$127K - $168K/yr
Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality medical device embedded software solutions as part ... Collaborate with QA engineers to perform manual and automated testing, participating in bug ...
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Senior Software Engineer -CRDN
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$127K - $168K/yr
Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality medical device embedded software solutions as part ... Collaborate with QA engineers to perform manual and automated testing, participating in bug ...
New
Senior Software Engineer -CRDN
$127K - $168K/yr
Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality medical device embedded software solutions as part ... Collaborate with QA engineers to perform manual and automated testing, participating in bug ...
New
Senior Software Engineer -CRDN
$127K - $168K/yr
Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality medical device embedded software solutions as part ... Collaborate with QA engineers to perform manual and automated testing, participating in bug ...
New
Software Engineer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$50 - $70/hr
Job Title: Sr Embedded Software Engineer The Embedded Software Engineer will lead firmware design, implementation, and testing across the full product lifecycle. This role owns firmware architecture ...
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Software Engineer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$50 - $70/hr
Job Title: Sr Embedded Software Engineer The Embedded Software Engineer will lead firmware design, implementation, and testing across the full product lifecycle. This role owns firmware architecture ...
Embedded test engineer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
1. DO178B/C level A (Primary Skill) 2. test case/test procedure development, 3. Structural coverage testing, 4. test documentation, 5. Labview/Teststand experience. 6. Embedded Software Testing Tools ...
Embedded test engineer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
1. DO178B/C level A (Primary Skill) 2. test case/test procedure development, 3. Structural coverage testing, 4. test documentation, 5. Labview/Teststand experience. 6. Embedded Software Testing Tools ...
Software Engineer
$50 - $70/hr
Job Title: Sr Embedded Software Engineer The Embedded Software Engineer will lead firmware design, implementation, and testing across the full product lifecycle. This role owns firmware architecture ...
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Software Engineer
$50 - $70/hr
Job Title: Sr Embedded Software Engineer The Embedded Software Engineer will lead firmware design, implementation, and testing across the full product lifecycle. This role owns firmware architecture ...
Senior Software Engineer
Maple Grove, MN · On-site
$125K - $165K/yr
Coordinate configuration and release of embedded software and firmware * Provide technical mentorship to software engineers including, but not limited to, software architectural design decisions ...
Senior Software Engineer
Maple Grove, MN · On-site
$125K - $165K/yr
Coordinate configuration and release of embedded software and firmware * Provide technical mentorship to software engineers including, but not limited to, software architectural design decisions ...
Senior Software Engineer
Maple Grove, MN · On-site
$125K - $165K/yr
Coordinate configuration and release of embedded software and firmware * Provide technical mentorship to software engineers including, but not limited to, software architectural design decisions ...
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Senior Software Engineer
Maple Grove, MN · On-site
$125K - $165K/yr
Coordinate configuration and release of embedded software and firmware * Provide technical mentorship to software engineers including, but not limited to, software architectural design decisions ...
Senior Software Engineer
$125K - $165K/yr
Coordinate configuration and release of embedded software and firmware * Provide technical mentorship to software engineers including, but not limited to, software architectural design decisions ...
Senior Software Engineer
$125K - $165K/yr
Coordinate configuration and release of embedded software and firmware * Provide technical mentorship to software engineers including, but not limited to, software architectural design decisions ...
Drive the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software solutions using C/C++ for real ... Work closely with Applications Systems Engineering to define requirements, interface specifications ...
Drive the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software solutions using C/C++ for real ... Work closely with Applications Systems Engineering to define requirements, interface specifications ...
Drive the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software solutions using C/C++ for real ... Work closely with Applications Systems Engineering to define requirements, interface specifications ...
Drive the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software solutions using C/C++ for real ... Work closely with Applications Systems Engineering to define requirements, interface specifications ...
Software Engineer II
$103K - $141K/yr
The Software Engineer assumes a project role and may serve as a key functional core team member and ... Strong and in-depth knowledge of embedded software systems is required. Complete understanding and ...
Software Engineer II
$103K - $141K/yr
The Software Engineer assumes a project role and may serve as a key functional core team member and ... Strong and in-depth knowledge of embedded software systems is required. Complete understanding and ...
Drive the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software solutions using C/C++ for real ... Work closely with Applications Systems Engineering to define requirements, interface specifications ...
Drive the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software solutions using C/C++ for real ... Work closely with Applications Systems Engineering to define requirements, interface specifications ...
Software Engineer - Embedded Systems
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$130K - $190K/yr
... Embedded Systems/Firmware design, Microkernel development, Bare Metal development * Software ... Demonstrated knowledge of systems engineering and distributed systems Swoop Technologies is proud ...
Software Engineer - Embedded Systems
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$130K - $190K/yr
... Embedded Systems/Firmware design, Microkernel development, Bare Metal development * Software ... Demonstrated knowledge of systems engineering and distributed systems Swoop Technologies is proud ...
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How much do embedded software engineer jobs pay per year?
What is the difference between Embedded Software Engineer vs Firmware Engineer?
| Aspect | Embedded Software Engineer | Firmware Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields; often requires knowledge of C/C++ | Similar credentials; strong C/C++ skills, understanding of hardware |
| Work Environment | Develops software for embedded systems in various industries like automotive, IoT, consumer electronics | Focuses on low-level hardware interaction, often working closely with hardware teams |
| Industry Usage | Common in automotive, medical devices, consumer electronics, industrial automation | Primarily in consumer electronics, IoT devices, and hardware startups |
Embedded Software Engineers design and develop software for embedded systems, focusing on system-level programming. Firmware Engineers write low-level code that directly interacts with hardware components. While both roles require similar skills and work environments, Embedded Software Engineers often work on a broader range of software, whereas Firmware Engineers focus on hardware-specific code. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.
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Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, DevSecOps Specialist - Active Secret (Onsite)
Minneapolis, MN
$137K - $180K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 17 days ago
Collins Aerospace rating
8.4
Based on 251 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
31st of 72 rated aerospace companies
Job description
Date Posted:
2026-08-04Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-137 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 137Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
Secret - CurrentSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1Join a team that’s shaping the future of military communications. We’re looking for a Senior DevSecOps Software Engineer to help build cutting-edge systems that keep our military personnel safe, connected, and informed. Work alongside industry experts on next-generation embedded software, advanced satellite communications, cryptography, and state-of-the-art computing architectures.
You’ll develop resilient, high-performance networks for UAVs, fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and ground vehicles—featuring low latency, high throughput, anti-jamming capabilities, mobile ad hoc operations, and secure IP connectivity. If you’re ready to push the boundaries of embedded software and communications technology, this is the opportunity for you!
Sign-on Bonus Eligible
What You Will Do
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Develop DevSecOps pipelines for our embedded systems in air-gapped environments
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Integrate tooling, apps, and scripts into the development pipelines
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Participate in the selection of DevSecOps technologies to enable automation for product development teams
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Develop applications and scripts to support integration of software updates.
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Integrate the automation of test, deployment, and software artifact generation in pipelines
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Collaborate with cross-functional product development teams
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Work in an agile environment (SAFe)
Qualifications You Must Have
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Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
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Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
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Proven programming experience in Bash, Python, developing scripts and automation for complex workflows.
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Hands-on experience with Git version control (e.g., BitBucket, GitLab) in collaborative software development.
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Practical experience with CI/CD pipelines (Bamboo, Jenkins, or similar) for building, testing, and deploying software.
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Experience developing and deploying containerized applications using Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, or equivalent.
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Demonstrated proficiency in Linux environments, including scripting, configuration, and software deployment.
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Familiarity with software artifact management tools such as JFrog Artifactory or equivalents.
Qualifications We Prefer:
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Experience with configuration management (Ansible, Chef, Puppet) and Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform).
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Familiarity with observability/monitoring tools (Grafana) and RESTful API integration.
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Strong Linux and application administration skills, with knowledge of software development lifecycle practices and configuration management processes.
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Comfortable programming in C, C++, and Java, with experience in multi-threaded embedded application software and communication systems.
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Knowledge of IP networking and networking protocols.
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Experience with Atlassian tool administration (Jira, Confluence) and Agile team environments.
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Strong team collaboration skills, commitment to meeting project milestones, and producing high-quality results.
What We Offer:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
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Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
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Tuition reimbursement program
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Student Loan Repayment Program
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Life insurance and disability coverage
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Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
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Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
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Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
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Adoption Assistance
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Autism Benefit
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Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
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Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
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Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
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Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
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Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
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And more!
Relocation Eligibility
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Eligible for relocation
Learn More & Apply Now!
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other – propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
Employee Referral Eligible
#MISENG
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
Industry
Aviation
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Charlotte, NC, US
Year founded
2018