84 embedded software development engineer jobs at 45 companies in Fredericksburg, VA

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Herndon, Virginia, United States
$136k-$204k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Two Six Technologies
Two Six Technologies: Develops cybersecurity and data systems for national security missions.
5+ YOEBachelor'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.
C, C++, Python, Bash, QEMU
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Embedded Software Engineer
Herndon, Virginia, United States
$71k-$124k/yr OnsiteFull Time
iDirect Government
iDirect GovernmentSingapore Exchange (SGX): S63: Secure satellite communications for government and defense agencies.
4+ YOE4+ years software development experience, strong C/C++ and Linux skills, understanding of hardware architecture, experience with embedded development and Agile, ability to obtain DoD clearance.
C, C++, Linux, POSIX, Docker, Conan, cmake, C++11, Jira, Confluence, BitBucket, Git, SharePoint, Jenkins, Artifactory, GCC, grep, awk, sed, bash, GDB, systemd, Perl, Lua, Python, DVB-S2, TDMA, TCP/IP, UDP, IPv6
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Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Sterling, Virginia, United States
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Trident Systems
Trident Systems: Develops high-performance electronics for space and defense.
9+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent with 9+ years embedded software exp; Linux BSP/driver experience; strong C/C++ and debugging; mentorship skills.
C, C++, Linux, Yocto, Buildroot, PCIe, SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, SpaceWire, Python
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Embedded Software Engineer
Huntsville or McLean or El Segundo or Colorado Springs
$87k-$198k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Provides technology and management consulting services to diverse organizations.
7+ YOE7+ years software engineering with Rust,C,C++,or Python; experience with production full-stack apps,Kubernetes,CI/CD,DevSecOps,security best practices; Secret clearance; bachelor's in CS/Engineering or equivalent experience.
Rust, C, C++, Python, Kubernetes, CI/CD, PyO3, SonarQube, Clippy, cargo-deny, cargo-audit, GitHub, SysML, DoDAF, UAF
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Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer, RTOS
El Segundo or Washington or Huntsville
$131k-$184k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Varda Space Industries
Varda Space Industries: Develops in-orbit manufacturing platforms and reentry capsules for pharmaceuticals.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent technical experience; 3+ years developing spacecraft or safety-critical software; embedded systems testing; C++ expertise; aerospace safety-critical experience preferred.
C++, Python, Rust, RTOS, Linux
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Sterling, Virginia, United States
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Accelevation
Accelevation: Designs, manufactures, and installs physical infrastructure for technology facilities.
6+ YOE6+ years embedded software development; strong C/C++, RTOS, ARM TI DSPs, FPGA; DSP algorithms; industrial communication protocols.
C/C++, RTOS, ARM MCUs, TI DSPs, FPGA, DSO, logic_analyzer, Ethernet, Modbus, MQTT, CAN, RS-485, SNMP, ADC, DSP, HDL
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Embedded Software Engineer - New Grad (2027)
Sunnyvale or Washington or San Diego or Fort Walton Beach or Ann Arbor or London or Stuttgart or Munich or Stockholm or Bangalore or Seoul or Tokyo
$123k-$168k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Applied Intuition
Applied Intuition: Developing software and simulation infrastructure for autonomous vehicles.
Degree in computer engineering, computer science, or related field; graduating by December 2026 or summer 2027. Requires C/C++ and assembly, embedded development, and hardware debugging.
C, C++, Assembly, CAN, LIN, I2C, SPI, UART, Real-Time Operating System (RTOS)
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Embedded Software Dev Engineer III, Amazon Leo for Government - Leo Modem Module Software Team
Redmond or Arlington or Northridge
$168k-$227k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Amazon
AmazonNASDAQ: AMZN: Global online retail and cloud computing technology provider.
5+ YOEU.S. citizen required. 5+ years professional software development and systems design experience. Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred. Experience with embedded Linux/RTOS, networking protocols, hardware-software integration, and mentoring engineers.
Embedded Linux, RTOS, TCP/IP, UDP, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes
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Senior Embedded Security Software Engineer
Maryland or Herndon or Linthicum
$130k-$190k/yr OnsiteFull Time
GrammaTech
GrammaTech: A software technology developing tools for embedded systems, reverse engineering, and cybersecurity.
Requires low-level C/C++ development, Python scripting in Linux, firmware reverse engineering, control-flow analysis, and embedded binary rehosting with QEMU. Top Secret/SCI clearance required for Herndon; polygraph required in Maryland.
C, C++, Python, Linux, Ghidra, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, QEMU, Ghidra API, Binary Ninja API, JTAG, SWD, Software Defined Radio (SDR), Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
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Embedded Software Engineer (DMV- RemoteWith Travel)
Washington or Maryland or Virginia or Aberdeen Proving Ground or Germantown or Middletown or Herndon
$130k-$160k/yr RemoteFull Time
Fairwinds Technologies
Fairwinds Technologies: Designing and integrating communication systems for defense agencies
8+ YOEBachelor’s degree and 8+ years of embedded Linux software experience; Xilinx UltraScale+, PetaLinux, PCB hardware, C/C++, scripting, configuration management, and integration debugging required. U.S. citizenship and Secret clearance required or obtainable.
Xilinx UltraScale+, PetaLinux, Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC, Bash, Python, SVN, Git, JTAG, UART, gdb, strace, perf, dmesg, Vivado, Vitis, SDK, PREEMPT_RT, Yocto, Buildroot, C, C++, Linux
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Embedded Software Engineer – Level 3 or 4
McLean, Virginia, United States
$114k-$213k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
5+ YOEAbility to obtain TS/SCI, 5+ years embedded software experience (Level 3) or 8+ years (Level 4); experience with C/Python/Linux/Git, Kubernetes/Docker, CI/CD, RTOS and hardware interfaces; BS/MS/PhD in STEM.
C, Python, Linux, Git, Kubernetes (K8s), Docker, CI/CD, VxWorks 6.9/7.0, Jenkins, Jira, Bitbucket, Coverity, SonarQube, Fortify, National Instruments, UART, SPI, MIL-STD-1553, SPACEWIRE, RS-422
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Embedded Firmware Developer
Dahlgren, Virginia, United States
$79k-$110k/yr OnsiteFull Time
SimVentions
SimVentions: Provides engineering and technology services for defense customers.
3+ YOERequires 3–5 years of embedded software experience, C and C# proficiency, debugging, Git, embedded tools, and a Computer Science or related Engineering degree. Active Secret clearance and US citizenship required.
C, C#, Git, Code Composer Studio, MPLAB X, Visual Studio, GNSS
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Senior Embedded Flight Software Engineer
Hawthorne or Los Angeles or Washington or San Francisco or London
$160k-$240k/yr OnsiteFull Time
CHAOS Industries
CHAOS Industries: Develops advanced radar and sensing systems for modern defense.
10+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE/Aero; 10+ years OOP software development; guidance algorithm and ArduPilot experience; STM32, Nvidia Jetson/AMD/Xilinx/MicroBlaze, Linux, real-time embedded, firmware, VHDL/FPGA, git, Agile/CI/CD; U.S. Person required.
Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), ArduPilot, STM32, Nvidia Jetson, AMD, Xilinx, MicroBlaze, VHDL, git, Linux, Scrum, Continuous Integration, Test-Driven Development, CI/CD
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Embedded Software Engineer – Level 3 or 4
Dulles, Virginia, United States
$114k-$213k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
5+ YOESTEM degree, 5–8 years relevant experience depending on level, active U.S. Secret clearance, C/C++ and Python proficiency, embedded systems, RTOS, Linux, and avionics integration experience.
C, C++, Python, Linux, Yocto, Stellar, CFS, Vulcan, UART, SPI, MIL-STD-1553, SPACEWIRE, SpaceWire, RS-422, real-time operating systems, board support packages (BSPs)
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Embedded Firmware Developer
Dahlgren, Virginia, United States
$79k-$110k/yr OnsiteFull Time
SimVentions
SimVentions: A technology that develops innovative embedded and software solutions for defense and government customers.
3+ YOE3+ years embedded software experience with microcontrollers, proficiency in C and C#, git, hardware and software debugging, Code Composer Studio/MPLAB X/Visual Studio experience, active Secret clearance required, US citizenship.
C, C#, git, Code Composer Studio, MPLAB X, Visual Studio
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Lead, Software Engineer (40033)
Herndon, Virginia, United States
$135k-$230k/yr OnsiteFull Time
L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris TechnologiesNYSE: LHX: Aerospace and defense providing mission-critical technology solutions.
9+ YOEBachelor's in CE/EE/CS or equivalent experience, 9+ years related experience (or 7+ with graduate degree), experience leading software teams, DoD Secret clearance, expertise in embedded software and Rust/C/C++/Python.
RUST, C, C++, Python, VxWorks, Linux, Integrity, IBM Rhapsody, MagicDraw, Cameo, UML
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Embedded Systems Engineer
Falls Church, Virginia, United States
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Kastle Systems
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.
C, C++, Python, Shell scripting, Linux
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Embedded Legal Engineer
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$100k-$145k/yr HybridFull Time
Palantir
PalantirNasdaq: PLTR: Developing software platforms for data integration and analytics.
2+ YOE2+ years software engineering experience; proficiency in Python/Java/C++/TypeScript/JavaScript; hands-on experience with Large Language Models (LLMs); strong collaboration and communication skills; experience building integrations and automations for legal or operational workflows.
Python, Java, C++, TypeScript, JavaScript, Large Language Models (LLMs)
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Embedded Reverse Engineer: All Levels - FUTURE NEED
Vienna, Virginia, United States
$43-$96/hr OnsiteFull Time
Cipher Tech Solutions
Cipher Tech Solutions: Develops software for digital forensics and malware analysis.
U.S. citizenship, bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or computer science field, embedded reverse-engineering experience, programming in C/C++, Assembly, Python, and Bash, and eligibility for a government security clearance.
C, C++, Assembly, Python, Bash, Keil, STM32Cube, Eclipse, GDB, JTAG, SWD, IDA Pro, Ghidra, Windows, VxWorks, QNX, FreeRTOS, Embedded Linux, Windows IoT/Embedded, UART, SPI, I2C, VHDL, Verilog, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multi-meters, solder rework stations
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Software Engineer
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
HybridFull Time
Valinor
Valinor: Building and acquiring mission-critical technology for defense and government.
Embedded systems and hardware-constrained ML experience; full-stack embedded software across firmware, UI, and ML deployment; startup mindset; occasional travel; U.S. security clearance eligible.
Embedded systems, Linux, C/C++, Machine Learning, Firmware