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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Schaumburg, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $114,400.0 - $156,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Test Case, Multithreading, Scripting, SharePoint Portal Server, Git, SC Clearance, Enterprise Integration, DO-178B, Software Coding, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/il/schaumburg/fc872150-8e6e-45f3-8d95-dda901565751 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, Master's with 6 years, or equivalent experience. * Strong proficiency in C++ and object-oriented programming. * Experience developing embedded software on Linux or other RTOS. * Hands-on experience in a lab environment for testing, debugging, and integrating software on hardware. * Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools like Jira, Git, or similar. * Scripting experience in languages such as Python or Bash. * U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience with C++11. * Strong debugging and integration skills on embedded targets. * Experience with multi-threaded or distributed embedded systems. * Active Secret clearance is preferred. * Experience with SPs or ARM cores embedded in FPGAs/SoCs. ## Description Linux Debugging Visionary Innovation Reliability Secret Clearance Agile Methodology Embedded Software Laboratory Testing Workflow Management Artificial Intelligence Requirements Elicitation SharePoint Portal Server Engineering Design Process C++ (Programming Language) Real-Time Operating Systems Git (Version Control System) Python (Programming Language) Software Development Life Cycle Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), An exciting opportunity awaits an Embedded Software Engineer to join our mission-critical RF programs. This role involves developing and integrating C++ embedded software on real-time operating systems such as Linux within an Agile, lab-based engineering environment. You will be engaged in the full software lifecycle, from requirements gathering to design, coding, testing, and hardware integration, working collaboratively with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver high-reliability defense systems., * Develop and integrate embedded software using C++ on real-time operating systems. * Engage in the full software lifecycle, including requirements, design, coding, testing, and hardware integration. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure high-reliability defense systems. * Conduct on-target lab testing and debugging. * Utilize Agile workflows and tools such as Jira and Git., Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. 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