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Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Autonomy SME, Lead

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$116K - $152K/yr

Optimize AI models for deployment on edge compute platforms such as GPU, TPU, and embedded systems ... Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required ...

Knak Digital

.NET Full Stack Developer

Washington, DC · Remote

$150K/yr

No firmware, no embedded systems. What you'll do Design and build backend services and APIs in ASP ... remote within the US Three interviews total: an initial conversation, then two rounds with ...

Scout Space

Senior Flight Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$127K - $168K/yr

Expertise in real-time operating systems (RTOS) and software architecture for embedded systems ... Our positions are based in Reston, Virginia, with much of our team operating in a hybrid or remote ...

Scout Space

Senior Flight Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$127K - $168K/yr

Expertise in real-time operating systems (RTOS) and software architecture for embedded systems ... Our positions are based in Reston, Virginia, with much of our team operating in a hybrid or remote ...

Q2Impact

Solutions Systems Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$135/hr

... embedded-advisor tasks, diplomatic negotiations, and resource-allocation gamification. • ... Remote, with participation in client pitches and live demos as required. • Term: Initial six ...

Q2Impact

Solutions Systems Engineer

Washington, DC · Remote

$135/hr

... embedded-advisor tasks, diplomatic negotiations, and resource-allocation gamification. ● ... Remote, with participation in client pitches and live demos as required. ● Term: Initial six ...

Helsing

Software Engineer, Rust

Washington, DC · On-site +1

... embedded systems, protocol design, or robotics * Have designed or built systems that interface with ... remote and/or hybrid work available depending on position. All compensation and benefits are ...

System One

IoT Engineer

Merrifield, VA · Remote

$80/hr

Remote. If local to Vienna, VA, hybrid is desired Pay Rate: $80/hr. range. W2 Benefits available ... of embedded systems * Experience with communication and data collection from systems such as ...

System One

IoT Engineer

Merrifield, VA · Remote

$80/hr

Remote. If local to Vienna, VA, hybrid is desired Pay Rate: $80/hr. range. W2 Benefits available ... of embedded systems * Experience with communication and data collection from systems such as ...

SecuriGence

Azure Systems Engineer SME

Washington, DC · On-site +1

Overview Azure Systems Engineer SME Remote Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your ... Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer's core ...

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How much do remote embedded systems jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote embedded systems in Reston, VA is $142,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,000.00 and $170,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Embedded Systems vs Remote Firmware Engineer?

AspectRemote Embedded SystemsRemote Firmware Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related; knowledge of embedded hardware and softwareBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related; expertise in firmware development and microcontroller programming
Work EnvironmentDesigning, developing, and testing embedded hardware/software systems remotelyWriting, testing, and debugging firmware for embedded devices remotely
Employer & Industry UsageElectronics, automotive, IoT, consumer devicesConsumer electronics, IoT, industrial automation

Remote Embedded Systems professionals focus on designing and integrating embedded hardware and software, while Remote Firmware Engineers specialize in developing firmware for microcontrollers and embedded chips. Both roles require similar technical skills and often overlap, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Remote Embedded Systems job openings in Reston, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,813 per year, or $68.7 per hour.

Embedded Software Engineer

Herndon, VA • On-site, Remote

iDirect GOVERNMENT
Telecommunications • 51 - 200 employees
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$70K - $123K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

We are looking for a professional Embedded Software Engineer, a team player with solid technical skills to add to our core engineering team. Candidates must have a strong technical background and be capable of coming up to speed on new technologies quickly. Good communication skills, great problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both individually and collaboratively in a team environment are required. If you enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with the smartest team and the very latest technologies, then this is the job for you!

iDirect Government is a leading ground systems provider to the military satellite industry. We offer platforms connecting a variety of satellite constellations with an array of remote terminals. Terminals are installed on aircraft, maritime vessels, and other ground-based military and government assets. These terminals provide internet and voice capabilities to remote and austere locations.

This is a cross-functional engineering position, developing embedded software for our satellite products on a Linux platform.

This position is based in Herndon, VA.


  • Develop the C++ applications that control our next generation of satellite terminals
  • Design, code, test, and integrate software from requirements to production and commercial deployment
  • Assist with the estimation of time and effort required to implement new features
  • Participate in design reviews, peer code reviews, and improve product quality
  • Interface and work with cross-functional teams to successfully implement feature dependencies
  • Integrate and validate new product designs
  • Act as a member of an Agile scrum team

  • 4+ years of experience in software development
  • Understanding of hardware design and architecture
  • Solid programming experience in C/C++ object-oriented design and development
  • Linux or a POSIX O/S environment
  • Familiarity with software configuration management, defect tracking tools, and peer review
  • Strong documentation and writing skills

Additional experience in the following areas is a plus:

  • Embedded development including hardware debug, device drivers, and real-time constraints in a complex multi-processor system
  • Cross-functional (hardware/firmware/software) development and verification
  • Knowledge of satellite communication protocols
  • Satellite communications protocols such as DVB-S2 and TDMA
  • Networking protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP and IPv6
  • 509 Certificate and Crypto key management
  • Shell scripting, Perl, Lua, or Python
  • Docker, Conan, cmake, C++11
  • Knowledge of Jira, Confluence, BitBucket, Git, SharePoint, Jenkins and Artifactory is a plus
  • Working knowledge of GCC, grep/awk/sed command line tools, bash scripting, GDB debugger, systemd suite

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software, Systems, Mathematics, or related technical field/experience

Clearance

  • Active DoD clearance or ability to obtain a DoD clearance

Travel

  • 0-10%

Pay Range: $70,769 - $123,818

The iDirect Government salary range for this position is intended to provide a general guideline for compensation. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the duties and responsibilities of the role, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and other business or legal considerations. The posted range is not a guarantee of compensation.

iDirect Government is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status. 

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