Freelance Automotive Embedded Software Engineer Jobs

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph required
Work Type: On-site
Salary: $179,000-$189,000

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and maintenance of embedded software systems. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team to develop reliable, high-performance software solutions for embedded platforms and devices.

This position requires expertise in low-level software development, embedded operating systems, software integration, testing, and technical documentation. The selected candidate will contribute throughout the software development lifecycle, from design and implementation through testing, deployment, and sustainment.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline and five (5) years of relevant embedded software development experience; OR
• Four (4) additional years of embedded software development experience may be substituted for the degree requirement; OR
• A Master's degree in a relevant discipline may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the requirement to three (3) years of relevant experience.

• Experience developing low-level software for:
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as VxWorks, uC/OS, or similar platforms
• Proficiency in:
  • C
  • C++
  • Python
• Experience debugging, testing, and troubleshooting embedded software systems.
• Experience working within collaborative software development environments.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle processes and engineering best practices.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation.

• Experience automating testing for embedded software running on embedded hardware platforms.
• Experience developing software test frameworks and automated validation tools.
• Familiarity with hardware/software integration and embedded system debugging techniques.
• Experience with version control systems and collaborative development workflows.
• Knowledge of embedded communications protocols and device interfaces.

• Strong embedded software development and debugging skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative engineering team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to software quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and best practices.

This position includes a competitive and flexible benefits package, including:

• Medical
  Employer pays 100% of the monthly premium for the employee and 80% for the employee’s dependents.

• Health Savings Account (HSA)
  Save for all medical, dental, vision and prescription expenses by contributing pre-tax money to an HSA account. Employer contributes 50% of the annual deductible (prorated to start date).

• Dental and Vision
  Employer pays 100% of the monthly premium for the employee and 80% for dependents.

• Life Insurance
  100% company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage offered to all full-time employees.

• Short-Term Disability
  100% company-paid short-term disability. This benefit pays out 60% of earnings, with a $1,500 maximum for up to 12 weeks.

• Retirement Plan
  Automatic 6% of salary contributed to the company 401(k) plan, fully vested. Employee match encouraged but not required.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays
  5–6 weeks of PTO based on tenure with the company, in addition to 11 paid holidays.

• Tuition Reimbursement
  $5,000 annually for courses directly related to job role and responsibilities.

• Training Reimbursement
  Paid training, certification courses, and conferences to support employee career growth.

We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.