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# Senior/Principal Software Engineer in Rochester

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Rochester, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $65,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Human-Computer Interaction, Software Architecture, Rhapsody, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), UML, Model-Driven Development, Safety Critical Systems, DO-178B
- **Published:** July 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/senior-principal-software-engineer-rochester-31161401

## About the Role

* You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in a Scientific/Engineering (electronics-engineering, software-engineering, physics, math's) environment
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 * You will have excellent Software Engineering skills, with significant experience in C/C++
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 * You will have extensive experience of Software Architecture Design using UML or other recognised model-based design techniques as well as experience in UML for software design in CAMEO, EA, Rhapsody or integrity Modeler
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 * You will have extensive experience of interfacing software with hardware in a real-time environment and development experience to DO-178B/C Standards
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## Description

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of embedded software for complex, safety critical systems. You will develop drivers, protocols and human-machine interfaces. Responsible for technical direction and ensuring robust, certifiable solutions. Working across the full lifecycle, you will define architectures and solve complex engineering challenges through integration, verification and validation. You will provide technical leadership, mentor engineers and influence best practice. Engaging with customers and stakeholders, you will shape strategy, drive innovation and play a key role in delivering high-impact solutions.


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