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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer III (Sr. Embedded Software Engineer) - **Company:** Sparton Corporation - **Location:** De Leon Springs, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Software Applications, ARM Architecture, Build Automation, Bash Shell, Boolean Algebra, C++ (Programming Language), Compilers, Computer Networks, Software Debugging, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), FreeRTOS, Hardware Interface Design, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, MATLAB, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Product Management, Software Tools, Schematic Capture, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Batch Scripting, CPLD, Vivado, Digital Access Carrier System, Serial Peripheral Interface, Real Time Systems, ModelSim, Peripherals, Bug Reporting, Bare Metal - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=852d21694c5979ab ## About the Role * 4-year degree from an accredited university in BSCS, Engineering, or related field OR a combination of education and relevant experience. * Must be a U.S. Citizen * May require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. * A minimum of 5 years of experience in software. * Experience developing embedded software in C or C++; additional languages a plus. * Experience with FreeRTOS and Micrium uC-OSII and uC-OSIII (or equivalent) * Experience with device driver and operating system implementation. Also known as "Low Level" or "Bare metal". * Experience with microprocessor components and peripherals (UART, SPI, I2C, DMA, interrupts, clock configuration, etc.) * Experience with peripherals, such as Analog to Digital Converters (ADCs), Digital to Analog Converters * Electrical/Electronic design experience - schematic capture and board layout. * Desktop and network software development experience a plus. Skills and Abilities * Good working knowledge of full software development lifecycle. * DACs, etc. * Knowledge of software systems architecture for embedded real-time systems. * ARM Cortex M Processor Architecture. * Digital processing concepts and DSP processors. * Experience implementing (not just configuring) Software Defined Radios (SDRs) * Knowledge of physical layer communication concepts and/or communication theory * Analog Devices Blackfin processors. * Digital logic design using Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA) and Complex Programmable Logic Devices *CPLDs) with Verilog and VHDL and verification with ModelSim. * Proficient user of software tools (requirements tracking, compilers, assemblers, debuggers, programmers, JTAG, etc.). * Familiarity with Intel (formerly Altera) Quartus, Xilinx Vivado design tools, Lattice iCEcube2 software. * Practical skills for bench-level work, including the ability to configure test equipment to verify design. * Familiarity of software tools (requirements tracking, compiler, assemblers, debuggers, programmers, JTAG, etc. * Working knowledge of data acquisition concepts, instrument control, test, measurement and implementation of control interfaces to hardware. * Digital signal processing algorithm modelling and implementation for audio and /or radio frequency (RF) applications in MATLAB * Ability to use original thinking and ingenuity to solve problems. * Ability to write technical reports and contribute to presentations. * Proficiency in MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams. * Must show initiative and motivation and have the ability to act independently to resolve technical issues. * Must be a U.S. Citizen * May require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance., * 10% travel required. * The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20lbs. ## Description The Embedded Software Engineer III designs and develops software applications. Performs coding, debugging, testing and troubleshooting throughout the application development process. The ESIII with work with other engineering and functional areas to obtain optimum utilization of equipment, machinery and resources. May direct junior level software engineers. Responsibilities and Tasks * Develop software modules using the C programming language for real time embedded systems. * Develop test software modules using C, C++, Python, and/or Labview programming language. * Develop build automation scripts using Python, Bash, and Windows batch files. * Participate in software, electronics and system design reviews. * Understand how to read schematics and understand electronics designs. * Understand concepts needed for low level software development on "bare metal" systems. * Understand concepts needed to create drivers for hardware interfaces. * Test software using lab instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and signal generators. * File bug reports for defects noticed during testing. * Correct software bugs and resolve software bug reports. * Support other software engineers in the software development process. * Participate in product software failure analysis activities and compile test and failure analysis reports. * Generates software design documentation and report data from tests. * Keep accurate and complete records of engineering activities. * May provide training and/or direction to technicians. * May provide input to bid and proposal activities. * May provide communications and/or presentations to customers, suppliers or vendors. * May require participation in product field tests requiring travel. ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Software stack under and over the hood of the fastest accelerating car in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/221-software-stack-under-and-over-the-hood-of-the-fastest-accelerating-car-in-the-world) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)