Senior Software Engineer (Embedded/Bare Metal)

We are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to support the design and development of low-level embedded software for next-generation hardware platforms in a mission-focused environment. This role focuses on bare-metal development, board bring-up, and infrastructure code supporting advanced ARM-based System-on-Chip (SoC) devices., * Design and develop low-level bare-metal infrastructure code that is rigorously tested and validated

• Build and maintain the embedded software ecosystem supporting next-generation hardware platforms
• Perform board bring-up on embedded ARM-based boards, including bootloaders and drivers
• Customize and maintain vendor Board Support Packages (BSPs) for ARM-based SoC platforms
• Develop and implement security controls for embedded system devices
• Create and maintain automated tests to validate embedded system functionality
• Debug complex hardware/software integration issues
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and security engineers throughout the development lifecycle

The ideal candidate has deep experience with embedded systems, strong low-level programming skills, and a security-focused mindset. This position plays a critical role in building, validating, and securing embedded software that supports complex hardware systems operating in constrained environments., * Experience with one or more of the following languages: Rust, C, C++, ARMv7/ARMv8 assembly

• Hands-on experience developing bare-metal code, infrastructure, and device drivers
• Strong understanding of embedded system architecture and low-level software design
• Experience performing board bring-up and low-level debugging
• Ability to maintain an active Secret security clearance, * Experience developing operating systems or operating system components
• Strong focus on secure embedded software development
• Experience working with complex System-on-Chip (SoC) platforms
• Experience implementing Control Flow Integrity or similar security mechanisms
• Familiarity with ISRs, MMUs, timers, health monitoring, and entropy sources
• Experience working with standard I/O interfaces such as UART, I2C, SPI, eMMC, and similar

TAP Engineering offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off: 15-25 days annually based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays (never use-or-lose)
• Retirement: Up to 15% employer contribution to a 401(k) through match and profit sharing
• Medical Coverage: Free medical insurance for employees, with optional buy-up plans for dependents
• Dental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancements
• Insurance Coverage: Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAs
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework
• Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, discount programs, virtual care, prescription savings, and travel support
• Performance-Based Rewards: Merit increases, performance bonuses, and referral bonuses