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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Boyd Corporation
- **Location:** Fredericksburg, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Software Applications, Fieldbus, C Sharp (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Linux, Device Drivers, Visual C++ (Programming Language), Graphical User Interface, Design of User Interfaces, Human-Computer Interaction, Python (Programming Language), Modbus, Qt (Software), Server Administration, Software Engineering, Scripting, Computer Network Operations, Information Technology, Bacnet, Docker, Programming Languages
- **Published:** August 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/software-engineer-fredericksburg-va--9dac22c9-ba25-4c0c-b172-72eed4c82b8a

## About the Role

· Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related technical field and 5+ years of related experience.

· 4+ years experience in software development using higher programming languages

· Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

· Candidates must reside within a 60 mile radius of Fredericksburg VA to be considered, relocation is currently not offered. Active duty military are exempt.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience using and configuring Docker or similar containerizing platforms for Linux

· Experience with MODBUS, BACnet, or other Fieldbus protocols

· Experience in high reliability coding practices used in industrial, automotive, or aerospace industries, Aerospace and Defense, Algorithms, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Device Drivers, Diversity, Docker, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, High Reliability, Interface Programming Languages, JavaScript, Linux Drivers, Linux Operating System, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft Visual C Programming Language, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Military, Network Operations Center, Product Lifecycle, Programming Languages, Proof of Concept, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Qt GUI (Graphical User Interface) Toolkit, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Engineering, Systems/Internals Programming, Thermal Management, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)

## Description

We are looking for a hands-on Software Engineer to develop embedded and application-level software for high-performance thermal control systems used in the datacenter industry. The ideal candidate brings strong Python, JavaScript, Linux, and other systems-level programming experience with a passion for solving complex engineering challenges.

The role will include

· Working with multi-discipline team to develop thermal control products involving a diverse set of control algorithms and hardware

· Full lifecycle development and support of custom thermal control application software

· Supporting proof-of-concept studies

· Maintenance and enhancement of software on existing thermal products

· Software development using Python, JavaScript, C#, or other high-level languages for application/driver deployment on Linux and Windows systems.

· User Interface programming using Qt, Visual C, or similar toolsets


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