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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Booz Allen Hamilton Inc.
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $198,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Confluence, JIRA, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, Github, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Subsystems, Systems Integration, Reliability of Systems, Software Version Control
- **Published:** July 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/6a5bfcb5-36dc-4851-a2ed-b1435154fac8

## About the Role

This is a hands-on engineering role focused on embedded software, hardware-software integration, and system reliability. You will work across microcontrollers, device communications, motorized subsystems, sensors, and control logic that directly affect RF and quantum sensing system performance in production. The right candidate is comfortable debugging at every layer, from firmware behavior and electrical interfaces to system-level interactions in deployed hardware. This position is located in Colorado Springs, CO and requires laboratory work. This position requires the ability to travel up to 25% of the time., * 7+ years of experience with software development languages, including Python, C, or C++

 * Experience with the design, development, and testing of real-time software for microcontrollers interfacing with specialized hardware
 * Experience with digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms and RF theory, including building the front and back end of a spectrum analyzer
 * Experience using Agile processes and tools, including Jira or Confluence, and using version control, including GitHub
 * Experience using Windows and Linux systems; experience porting software from Windows to Linux, including compiling and cross-compiling libraries as needed
 * Experience developing software and firmware for embedded systems, such as SCPI, Ethernet, and Serial integration
 * Ability to work in a team environment to brainstorm and innovate new ideas
 * Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
 * Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
 * Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

## Description

Are you excited to apply RF quantum sensing technologies to critical national security missions? Your expertise in RF digital signal processing software development will be critical to integrate, test, and evaluate RF quantum sensing technologies. Apply core principles, theories, and concepts to provide effective solutions for practical applications. Solve complex technical problems and deliver innovative solutions. Operate with substantial independence and provide oversight or mentorship for your team's technical competencies. Collaborate effectively with minimal supervision, overseeing and mentoring junior employees as needed.


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