Two Six Technologies
Posted 6d ago

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Two Six Technologies
Herndon, Virginia, United States
$136k-$204k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • designing software
  • building tools
  • developing capabilities
Requirements
  • Bachelor's in computer science
  • Electrical engineering, or related field, or comparable experience
  • 5+ years in embedded software
  • Security tooling
  • Emulation, or CNO development
  • C/C++, Python, or Bash experience
  • Active Top Secret clearance
Technical tools mentioned
CC++PythonBashQEMU

Job description

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Overview of Opportunity 

Two Six Technologies is actively seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our Trusted Electronics & Effects team in Herndon, Virginia. We are looking for someone with a background in embedded system programming, security-oriented tooling, emulation, or computer network operations (CNO) development. If you are interested in leveraging these skills to support mission-driven research and deliver operational capabilities, the team wants to talk to you!

What you will do

  • Design, develop, and test embedded software to support offensive cybersecurity research and deliver mission-critical operational capabilities.
  • Build target-specific instrumentation and introspection tools while designing high-fidelity emulation targets for various embedded platforms.
  • Create and operationalize CNO tools and capabilities for embedded targets to support the Trusted Electronics & Effects business unit.
  • Execute assigned technical tasks autonomously and in a timely manner while building a deep understanding of company processes and customer mission requirements.

What you will need (basic qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; in place of a degree, comparable professional experience or a strong portfolio of relevant technical projects and coursework will be considered.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in one of the following fields: embedded software, security tooling, emulation, or CNO development (this may be satisfied through professional roles, significant academic research, or demonstrable project-based experience).
  • Proven experience with a low-level programming language (C, C++, etc.) and a scripting language (Python, Bash, etc.) to develop and automate technical solutions.
  • Ability to work in the Two Six office in Herndon, Virginia, daily.

Nice to have (preferred)

  • Functional understanding of embedded system design (interrupts, MMIO, peripherals, etc.)
  • Experience with system-level programming (memory management, task scheduling, concurrency, etc.)
  • Experience with QEMU or other virtualization.
  • Experience creating custom toolchains and build systems.
  • Experience developing introspection tooling.
  • Basic understanding of computer architecture (instruction sets, virtual memory, etc.)
  • Basic reverse engineering skills.

Security Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance is required, with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.

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Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary Range
$136,256$204,384 USD

Looking for other great opportunities? Check out Two Six Technologies Opportunities for all our Company’s current openings! 

Ready to make the first move towards growing your career? If so, check out the Two Six Technologies Candidate Journey!  This will give you step-by-step directions on applying, what to expect during the application process, information about our rich benefits and perks along with our most frequently asked questions.  If you are undecided and would like to learn more about us and how we are contributing to essential missions, check out our  Two Six Technologies News  page!  We share information about the tech world around us and how we are making an impact!  Still have questions, no worries!  You can reach us at Contact Two Six Technologies. We are happy to connect and cover the information needed to assist you in reaching your next career milestone.

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information review the Two Six Technologies Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy and the EEO Poster. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to [email protected]. Information provided will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Additionally, please be advised that this business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices.

By submitting the following application, I hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge, the information provided is true and accurate.

About Two Six Technologies

Develops cybersecurity and data systems for national security missions.

Year founded
2021
Employees
900
Organization type
Private
Latest investment
Raised $299.00M Private Equity (2021) — led by The Carlyle Group
Headquarters
US

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