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Actalent

Software Engineer

Saint Paul, MN

$50 - $72/hr

Job Title: Embedded Firmware & Linux Software Engineer This full-time, onsite role in Eagan ... Develop, test, and debug device drivers and low-level interfaces for microcontrollers and ...

Actalent

Software Engineer

Saint Paul, MN

$50 - $72/hr

Job Title: Embedded Firmware & Linux Software Engineer This full-time, onsite role in Eagan ... Develop, test, and debug device drivers and low-level interfaces for microcontrollers and ...

Leidos

Software Developer

Eagan, MN · Hybrid

$69K - $125K/yr

Leidos is seeking a junior to mid level Software Developer who will be a member of a dynamic team working on the development/maintenance of software that improves aircraft runway and terminal ...

Leidos

Software Developer

Eagan, MN · On-site

$69K - $125K/yr

Leidos is seeking a junior to mid level Software Developer who will be a member of a dynamic team working on the development/maintenance of software that improves aircraft runway and terminal ...

Pentangle Tech

Embedded Firmware Software Engineer

Eagan, MN · On-site

$105K - $143K/yr

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve firmware issues at the board and system level, including low ... Use Agile development practices and tools such as JIRA and DevOps-based testing workflows to plan ...

Leidos

Software Developer

Eagan, MN · On-site

$69K - $125K/yr

Leidos is seeking Software Developers to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland ... Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline ...

Old National Bank

Software Developer III

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$98K - $199K/yr

The Software Developer III owns delivery of complex features and small systems through production ... Applied AI / agentic delivery (preferred, grows by level) * Experience building features that ...

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Nemadji

Software Developer

Bruno, MN

Provides professional level customer support, systems analysis and design techniques to analyze and ... systems, object-oriented programming language, and code repository software * Ability to ...

Nemadji

Software Developer

Bruno, MN · On-site

$76K - $109K/yr

Provides professional level customer support, systems analysis and design techniques to analyze and ... systems, object-oriented programming language, and code repository software * Ability to ...

Nemadji

Software Developer

Bruno, MN · On-site

Provides professional level customer support, systems analysis and design techniques to analyze and ... systems, object-oriented programming language, and code repository software * Ability to ...

Genesis10

Entry Level Software Developer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$60K/yr

Are you ready to break into the tech industry or take your technical skills to the next level ... Now hiring for our Software Developer cohort startingin November 2026. To apply, please submit a ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for low level software developer in Minnesota is $109,542.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,100.00 and $127,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Bloomington, MN • On-site

$149K - $158K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

129th of 242 rated software companies

Job description

Basic Qualifications
Education Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.
Clearance Requirements:
Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:
As a Senior Advanced Software Engineer for Airborne Systems, you'll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for airborne computers that process and display mission data in the cockpit, to crypto products for identifying friendly aircraft, and weapon control systems that enable the launch and control of precision guided weapons, we work to ensure the world's most advanced aircraft maintain air superiority and information dominance.
We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:
  • Strong experience with embedded C/C++
  • Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture and real-time operating systems (RTOS) like FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or QNX.
  • Experience with device drivers, bootloaders, and board support packages (BSP).
  • Understanding of hardware/software interfaces (e.g., memory-mapped I/O, interrupts, DMA).
  • Proficiency in embedded communication protocols like UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, Ethernet, etc.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines for embedded development.
  • Strong experience with Linux.
  • Software Development Leadership experience.

What sets you apart:
  • Knowledge of general programming principles and optimization strategies, with previous experience in Assembly, C/C++, Python, Rust, or others.
  • Solid background on embedded software development, Linux, RTOS, and HW/SW integration.
  • Familiarity with DO-178 compliant software engineering life-cycle experience.
  • Leadership experience (SW management, planning and scheduling of resources).
  • Willingness to dig into hardware specifications and leveraging hardware interfaces in the composition of low-level software solutions.
  • Expertise in applying technology and technical skills to solve challenges in creative ways.
  • Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle.
  • Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the capacity to secure buy-in on concepts and ideas.
  • Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Our Commitment to You:
  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position will be fully on-site.
While on-site, you will be a part of the GDMS Bloomington (MN) facility.
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Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $149,831.00 - USD $158,024.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
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