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# Embedded C++/ Rust Software Engineer (Safety Critical)

- **Company:** Full Spectrum Software LLC
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $105,000.0 - $165,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Static Program Analysis, Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Data Security, Linux, Device Drivers, Memory Management, Embedded Software, EtherCAT, FreeRTOS, Hardware Interface Design, Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Real-Time Operating Systems, Robotic Automation Software, RS-485 Standard, Subversion, Wi-Fi Technology, Serial Peripheral Interface, PIC Microcontroller, Safety Critical Systems, Git, Information Technology, Optimization Algorithms, Production Code, Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/dce3850f-e1e0-4331-aeee-27e5a0da88b2

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics or related discipline preferred, or equivalent years of experience

 * 5+ years experience designing, developing, and testing production-level embedded software in C++ and/or Rust for safety critical systems

 * Understanding of real-time concepts, thread synchronization, memory management, and performance tuning on Linux

 * Proficiency with Linux, including device drivers, multicore systems, and real-time Linux

 * Proficiency with real-time operating systems (RTOS)

 * Experience with modern SDLC processes (unit testing, static analysis, CI/CD)

 * Knowledge of microcontroller programming and hardware interfaces

 * Understanding of memory constraints and optimization techniques

 * Familiarity with modern software development tools (Git, SVN, or other industry-standard source control)

 * Experience using Agile techniques, including task/issue management

 * Demonstrated commitment to high quality

 * Strong oral and written communication skills

 * Highly motivated, self-disciplined, independent and results oriented

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

 * Experience with industrial safety standards, particularly IEC 61508, and designing software for functional safety

 * Hands-on experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), particularly FreeRTOS

 * Knowledge of industrial communication protocols including EtherCAT, SPI, and RS485

 * Experience with networking, wireless communications (802.11/WiFi), and data security

 * Experience working with AI coding agents (e.g., Claude Code) to generate reliable production code and automated tests
 * Robotics systems experience

The base salary for this position is $105,000 to $165,000 annually, and the role is bonus eligible.

The final salary offer is determined by factors such as experience, location, skills, education, and market conditions. **

## Description

* Develop and maintain novel robotic systems

 * Work directly with the client on the architectural design of complex systems

 * Collaborate on a cross-functional team to find innovative solutions to challenging problems

 * Deliver solutions that balance performance and reliability

 * Come up to speed rapidly on system components including networking, security, navigation, obstacle detection, motor control, and safety-related sensors

 * Execute in accordance with technical direction from senior team members as well as work independently on assignments

 * Leverage AI tooling to streamline development and unit testing

 * Develop diagnostics, test code, and utilities to support safety certification

 * Support documentation and field testing activities


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