81 embedded linux engineer jobs at 40 companies in Virginia
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Cupertino, CA, US
$160k-$300k/yrOn-SiteFull Time
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Quartermaster AI: Deploying AI-powered sensor networks for maritime domain awareness.
5+ YOE5+ years embedded Linux/platform software experience; strong C++ and Python; Yocto, ROS2, Jetson/TensorRT/CUDA experience; networking, OTA update systems, hardware bring-up, and cross-boundary debugging skills.
CodanAustralian Securities Exchange: CDA: Designs and manufactures communications and metal detection technology.
Bachelor's or Master's in EE/CE/CS; embedded Linux; digital hardware; leadership in distributed teams; C/C++/Python; networking; hardware/software debugging; cross-domain collaboration.
Command Post Technologies: Providing cybersecurity and engineering services to government defense agencies.
6+ YOEBS in technical field, 6 years professional experience developing embedded C/C++ software for Linux/SoC platforms, FPGA integration, DMA and real-time processing; strong debugging and communication skills.
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Consulting and technology services for government and commercial clients
3+ YOE3+ years developing FPGA/SDR solutions; proficiency with Verilog/VHDL/SystemVerilog/HLS, Vitis/Vivado, Python, C++ Embedded, MATLAB, Linux; bachelor’s in EE/CE required; ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.
Vitis HLS, Vitis, Vivado, Verilog, VHDL, SystemVerilog, Python, C++ Embedded, MATLAB, Jira, Confluence, tcl, Linux
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
2+ YOEUS citizen with ability to obtain Secret clearance, BS in STEM with 2+ years experience (or MS with 0), proficiency in C/C++, Linux or VxWorks, scripting (Python/Bash), CI/CD and version control, and embedded systems lifecycle.
General Atomics: Designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft and nuclear technology systems.
8+ YOEUS citizen able to obtain/maintain Top Secret clearance; advanced degree or equivalent experience (senior level, ~8+ years); high proficiency in C/C++, Linux development, cross-compiling for embedded targets, GCC/Makefiles, shell scripting; embedded and spacecraft systems experience.
Curtiss-WrightNYSE: CW: Engineers and manufactures critical components for aerospace and defense.
10+ YOEU.S. citizenship and active DoD clearance required. Bachelor's in EE or CE with 10+ years' experience. Hands-on C/C++, Linux/VxWorks, device drivers, bootloaders, scripting, Python, LabVIEW, and embedded development tools. Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
C, C++, Linux, Red Hat, LynxOS, Wind River, VxWorks, bash, csh, Python, LabVIEW, IPMI, Visual Studio, Eclipse, Vivado, Vitis, PetaLinux, GCC, CMake, Yocto, U-Boot, BIOS, SlimBootLoader, Microsoft Office
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
2+ YOEBachelor's in Computer Science/Engineering or related STEM, 2+ years engineering experience (or Master's with 0 years); C/C++, embedded Linux or VxWorks, Python/Bash, CI/CD and version control, US citizenship, ability to obtain Secret clearance.
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Provides technology and management consulting services to diverse organizations.
3+ YOE3+ years developing FPGA/SDR solutions; proficiency with Verilog/VHDL/SystemVerilog/HLS, Vitis/Vivado/Xilinx toolchains, Python/C++, MATLAB, Linux, Agile tools (Jira, Confluence); ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance; bachelor’s in EE or CE required.
Kastle Systems: Managed security services provider for commercial and residential properties.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE; 5+ years IoT Linux; 3+ years C++ in embedded RTOS; 2+ years peripheral protocols; 2+ years serial/streaming; strong communication.
Arcfield: Systems engineering and mission support for defense and space.
3+ YOEBS/MS/PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science; experience in embedded C/C++, SOSA, VITA, Linux kernel modules, RTOS/Embedded Linux drivers, high-speed interfaces, and modular open systems.
C, C++, Linux, RTOS, Embedded Linux, PCIe, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, DMA, VITA 49, VITA 90, VITA 46.11, IPMI, BMC, SOSA, MORA
Overview Energy: Transmitting solar energy from orbiting satellites to Earth's grid.
2+ YOEBS in a technical field and 2–5 years of experience; C/C++; RTOS or embedded Linux; hardware familiarity; U.S. government security clearance eligibility.
Embedded Software Engineer - Edge ML/Low SWaP Systems
Herndon, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Expedition Technology: Delivering advanced machine learning and signal processing for defense.
US citizen with active TS/SCI clearance; experience deploying and optimizing algorithms to GPU-enabled embedded/edge systems; proficiency in Python and Linux; strong problem-solving across software and hardware.
3+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE,3+ years high-reliability and embedded software development with Rust or C/C++,1+ year async Rust,ARM/SoC experience,processor optimization,version control and CI/CD experience.
Rust, C, C++, asynchronous Rust, Python, Yocto, Linux
Riverside Research: Independent non-profit performing scientific research for national security.
3+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE, 3+ years embedded Linux development (Yocto/Buildroot), C/C++ and Android (Kotlin/Java) experience, git/repo and AOSP knowledge, networking fundamentals, system-level debugging, and eligibility for security clearance.
Mid-Level Linux Software Engineer - Chantilly, Virginia, United States
Rockville or Chantilly
$100k-$140k/yrHybridFull Time
JacobsNYSE: J: Global provider of professional engineering and technical services.
5+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE, 5-10 yrs C++ on Linux; OO design; Linux concepts; problem solving; teamwork; US citizenship; eligible for security clearance. Masters preferred; embedded/GPU/HPC experience a plus.
RTXNYSE: RTX: Provides advanced aerospace and defense systems and services.
5+ YOEU.S. citizenship and active DoD Secret clearance required; STEM degree and minimum 5 years experience; experience developing real-time C++ software on Linux or VxWorks for hardware/firmware-integrated systems; mentoring and proposal support.
Embedded Systems Developer, Cyber Research (76362)
Columbus or Chantilly
HybridFull Time
Battelle: Conducts scientific research and manages national laboratories for clients.
2+ YOEDevelop low-level firmware and tooling for embedded platforms; experience in C/C++ and Python, debugging with gdb/JTAG/SWD, familiarity with embedded architectures; US citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
Embedded Software Dev Engineer II, Amazon Leo for Government - Leo Modem Module Software Team
Redmond or Arlington or Northridge
$144k-$194k/yrOnsiteFull Time
AmazonNASDAQ: AMZN: Global online retail and cloud computing technology provider.
2+ YOE2+ years professional software development experience; Bachelor's in CS/Engineering/Math; experience with C#, C++, Java, or Perl; experience with Embedded Linux/RTOS, TCP/IP/UDP; U.S. citizenship required for export-controlled work.