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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Firmware Engineer - **Company:** INAMAX powered by Ultra - **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Device Drivers, Memory Management, Embedded Software, Network Interface Controllers, Firmware, Hardware Design, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Key Management, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, System on a Chip, Systems Integration, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Concurrency, Information Technology, Hardware Infrastructure, U-Boot - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://careersingovernment.com/job/2327809/senior-embedded-firmware-engineer-clearance-required/ ## About the Role * Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required) * Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or equivalent experience * 8+ years of embedded firmware development experience in VHDL * Experience with: + Low-level embedded development and debugging + ARM/MicroBlaze-based processors and SoC platforms + Firmware and hardware/software integration * Strong understanding of memory management, concurrency, and deterministic embedded behavior Preferred / Differentiating Experience * 10+ years of embedded or firmware development experience * Direct experience with NSA High Assurance certification, RMF, or similar DoD security frameworks * Familiarity with cryptographic system design, key management, and secure boot/trust architectures * Experience with: + AMD Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC (e.g., Xilinx ZCU102/104 Evaluation Kit or similar) * Experience working in waterfall or agile development methodology-based projects * Strong systems-thinking mindset with the ability to assess technical risk and security impact * Clear communicator who thrives in collaborative, technically rigorous teams ## Description By joining our Mission Solutions business, you will be a member of a team dedicated to providing innovative solutions that streamline the preparation and execution of intricate, mission-critical operations. We focus on enhancing situational awareness, tactical command and control, and seamless video data exchange capabilities within a dynamic, multi-domain environment., Ultra ProLogic is expanding its encryption business and seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to help architect, implement, and certify high-assurance cryptographic systems used by the U.S. Department of Defense, NATO, and allied partners. This role goes beyond traditional embedded development. You will work on security-critical software and firmware that must meet NSA High Assurance (HA) certification requirements, contributing directly to cryptographic information assurance architectures, certification artifacts, and fielded systems protecting real-world tactical and strategic networks. If you are motivated by deep technical challenges-secure embedded design, Rust adoption in constrained environments, and building systems that withstand formal certification scrutiny-this role offers rare and meaningful work. What You'll Work On * High-assurance cryptographic and key management systems supporting secure communications, remote rekey, and lifecycle management * Embedded software and firmware operating within defined crypto, INFOSEC, and High Assurance boundaries * Architecture and implementation of cryptographic information assurance (IA) software and systems * Systems that undergo formal NSA High Assurance certification, from requirements through fielding and sustainment Role Responsibilities * Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware primarily in VHDL for cryptographic and security-critical platforms * Develop embedded algorithms and functions in firmware * Develop device drivers for hardware components * Architect cryptographic information assurance Firmware and systems, including definition of security boundaries, trusted services, and separation of crypto and non-crypto functions * Perform trade studies and embedded architecture design, with emphasis on red-black separation, Security Monitor, bus interfaces and channel development * Actively support the NSA High Assurance certification process, including: + Requirements decomposition and traceability + Security architecture definition and documentation + Development of certification artifacts and evidence + Participation in technical reviews and certification milestones * Develop and maintain formal engineering documentation: + Software & Hardware Requirements (SHRS, IRS) + Interface Control Documents (ICDs) + Software/Hardware Design Descriptions (SHDD) * Develop and execute simulations, integration, and acceptance testing, including hardware-in-the-loop and security-relevant test cases * Manage configuration control for firmware development items in certified baselines * Collaborate closely with systems, hardware, software, security, and test engineers in a high-performance, mission-driven team * Identify and implement process, tooling, and automation improvements to support secure development and certification efficiency * Periodic travel (~5%) for customer interaction, test events, or off-site integration activities ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Concurrency with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/191-concurrency-with-go) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Go's Concurrency and Parallelism Inside Containers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100058-go-s-concurrency-and-parallelism-inside-containers) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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