162 embedded software development engineer jobs at 71 companies in Gaithersburg, MD

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Embedded Software Engineer
Fort Meade, Maryland, United States
$130k-$240k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Set of X
Set of X: Provides specialized engineering services for U.S. national security missions.
6+ YOE6+ years software development with C/C++ on embedded platforms, experience with reverse engineering and debugging tools, TS/SCI with poly required, BA/BS and proficiency in Python and virtual environments.
C, C/C++, Python, Linux, Unix, Android, VxWorks, VMWare, ESXi, Open Stack, Open vSwitch, QEMU, IDAPro, OllyDbg, gdb, Ghidra, x86 Assembly
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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
Germantown, Maryland, United States
$125k-$155k/yr HybridFull Time
Qrypt
Qrypt: Provides quantum-secure encryption and key generation software solutions.
4+ YOE4+ years developing embedded or Linux-kernel software; expertise in embedded systems, C/C++, Linux, FPGA/Verilog/VHDL, hardware bring-up, and strong communication skills.
C, C++, bash, Python, Linux kernel, FPGA, Verilog, VHDL, oscilloscope, logic analyzer
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Embedded Software Engineer
Carlsbad or Tempe or Marlborough or Linthicum Heights or Tampa or San Jose or San Francisco or New York City
$117k-$185k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Viasat
ViasatNASDAQ: VSAT: Provider of global satellite-based connectivity and secure communication solutions.
2+ YOERequires 2–3 years of embedded C/C++ experience, 1 year of Linux use, TCP/IP, object-oriented development, Agile Scrum, CI/CD, communication skills, a computer engineering bachelor's degree, US citizenship, and Secret or Top Secret clearance.
C, C++, Rust, Linux, TCP/IP, CI/CD, Linux kernel, NIOS, ARM, RISC-V, IPSec, MACsec, TLS, Python, RESTConf
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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
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
$109k-$163k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related STEM field; 5 years of related experience; 4 years in C/C++, real-time embedded software, and full software lifecycle; US citizenship; Secret clearance.
C, C++, VxWorks, Linux, Microsoft Visual Studio, MATLAB, Coverity, SonarQube, KlocWork, Atlassian, Kubernetes, Model Based Engineering, DevSecOps
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Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
$109k-$163k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related STEM field; 5 years of related experience; 4 years each in C/C++, real-time embedded software, and full software lifecycle; US citizenship and Secret clearance.
C, C++, VxWorks, Linux, Microsoft Visual Studio, MATLAB, Coverity, SonarQube, KlocWork, Atlassian, Kubernetes, Model Based Engineering, DevSecOps, Agile
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SENIOR EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Baton Rouge or Frederick
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Bascom Hunter
Bascom Hunter: Designs and manufactures advanced systems for aerospace and defense.
5+ YOEBachelor's or master's degree in a related engineering or computer science field, 5+ years of aerospace or defense embedded software experience, strong C skills, U.S. citizenship, and ability to obtain a security clearance.
C, C++, Python, RTOS, Texas Instruments Code Composer Studio, Microsoft Visual Studio Code, Git, LDRA, PLM, PDM, ERP, MRP, Deltek Costpoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint, DOORs, Visure, MPSoC, RFSoC
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Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Columbia, Maryland, United States
$118k-$225k/yr OnsiteFull Time
RTX
RTXNYSE: RTX: Provides advanced aerospace and defense systems and services.
8+ YOESTEM degree and 8+ years of relevant experience. Requires expertise across embedded software, signal processing, Linux, ARM/SoC, FPGA development, and Python or C programming; active Top Secret clearance required.
Software-defined radio, Embedded Linux, ARM, System on a Chip (SoC), FPGA, Verilog, VHDL, Python, C, Linux
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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
Frederick, Maryland, United States
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Leonardo DRS
Leonardo DRSNASDAQ: DRS: Designs and integrates advanced defense technologies for military customers.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related engineering field and 5+ years' experience. Requires C/C++, Python, Linux, embedded systems, ARM, FPGA, drivers, networking, Git or SVN, and technical leadership.
C, C++, Python, Linux, Windows, ARM, FPGA, TCP/IP, UART, I²C, PCIe, Git, SVN, Jira, Docker, VITA 49
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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 IV
Germantown, Maryland, United States
$91k-$130k/yr HybridFull Time
Wabtec
WabtecNYSE: WAB: Manufacturer of equipment and digital solutions for rail transportation.
5+ YOEBachelor’s degree in computer, electrical, software engineering, or computer science plus 5+ years’ experience. Requires C/C++, scripting, Linux or Unix-based RTOS, software design, IP protocols, and hardware interfaces.
C, C++, Bash, Python, Linux, Unix, QNX, FreeRTOS, Software Change Management (SCM), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Continuous Integration (CI), IP protocols, Agile Scrum
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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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Software Engineer III - Embedded Systems
Jessup, Maryland, United States
$99k-$130k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Thorlabs
Thorlabs: Designs and manufactures photonics equipment and specialized optical components.
7+ YOE7+ years firmware/software development for instrumentation; BS required (MS preferred); expertise in C/C++ for embedded real-time systems, RTOS, GUI development, Python, GIT, and Linux; strong debugging and electronics skills.
C, C++, C#, Qt, Python, GIT, Azure DevOps, Linux, FreeRTOS, STM32, Linux Bash, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter
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Embedded Software Engineer
Carlsbad or Marlborough or Linthicum Heights or Tampa
$141k-$222k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Viasat
ViasatNASDAQ: VSAT: Provides global satellite broadband and secure networking communication services.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree; 5+ years embedded C/C++ development; 2+ years Linux experience; Rust and Python experience desirable; knowledge of TCP/IP and networking protocols; CI/CD and EM kernel/driver familiarity; US citizenship and active SECRET clearance; up to 10% travel.
C, C++, Linux, Rust, Python, TCP/IP, IPSec, MACsec, TLS, RESTConf, CI/CD, Linux kernel
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Embedded Developer
Fort Meade, Maryland, United States
$125k-$180k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Visionist
Visionist: Provides software engineering and data analytics for national security.
5+ YOEEmbedded software development; TS/SCI with polygraph; bachelor's degree; 5 years exp; C/C++, Python; RTOS experience.
C/C++, Python, Windows, Linux, RTOS, VxWorks, uC/OS
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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