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Embedded SW Developer

We are seeking a customer-focused, mission-oriented team player to work on-site in a secure engineering environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across multiple engineering teams throughout the design and development lifecycle.

The role focuses on software and firmware architecture, design, and development for cryptographic and secure embedded systems. You will work closely with hardware and systems engineers to conceptualize, design, implement, and validate software for microprocessor-based platforms.

The ideal candidate is adaptable, motivated, and capable of mentoring others while continuously learning new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements and derive software and system-level solutions

• Design, develop, debug, and maintain software and embedded firmware

• Identify and correct software defects and performance issues

• Develop and refine algorithms to meet system performance and functional requirements

• Create, review, and maintain software and system documentation

• Apply scientific and mathematical modeling to evaluate system behavior and outcomes

• Work with real-time constraints, including timing, resource usage, and interface requirements

• Integrate software across multiple platforms and operational environments

• Support software testing, validation, and quality assurance processes

• Develop and execute test procedures for software components

• Analyze system performance, data flow, and process efficiency

• Recommend improvements to software development standards and documentation practices

• Assist with software integration into new or modified system environments

• Support installation and operational validation of software systems

• Collaborate across teams and may serve as a technical lead for small groups

Highly Desirable Experience

• Development of NSA Type 1 security products and IA security practices

• FPGA-based processor experience (e.g., Xilinx MicroBlaze, Intel Nios/Nios II)

• Cryptographic algorithm development

• NSA Type 1 security validation/testing experience

• Python scripting for automation and testing

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in C or Rust programming

• Willingness to learn Rust if not already proficient

• Embedded systems development experience

• Software debugging and performance optimization

• Systems integration in secure or constrained environments

Education & Experience

Mid-Level:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

• 4+ years of software development experience
  (or 8+ years total experience instead of a degree)

Senior-Level:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

• 10+ years of software development experience
  (or 14+ years total experience instead of a degree)

Additional Requirements

• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Full-Scope Polygraph

• Ability to work on-site in a secure, mission-driven environment

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

• Ability to lead small teams and mentor junior engineers

Compensation & Benefits (Generalized)

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and government holidays

• Retirement plan with employer contributions and profit sharing

• Flexible work schedule and comp time policy

• Equal opportunity employment environment

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