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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Systems Emulation Engineer - **Company:** Str Limited - **Location:** Carlsbad, CA, United States - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $151,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software Applications, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Computer Engineering, Desktop Computing, Device Drivers, Embedded Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Emulators, Firmware, Hardware Interface Design, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Dynamics, Modular Design, Network Architecture, Quick EMUlator (QEMU), Cyber-physical Systems, Reverse Engineering, Software Construction, System Programming, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Git, System-level Testing, Information Technology, IDA Pro, Hardware Infrastructure, Software Version Control - **Published:** May 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a0682db4745f386b ## About the Role Do you have experience in Virtualization?, Do you have a Master's degree?, We believe every employee brings a unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives that are essential to providing innovative solutions for our customers. You do not need to have experience with every technology listed to be successful in this role. Strong fundamentals, curiosity, and the ability to learn new tools and domains are highly valued., * This position requires an Active Secret security clearance with eligibility for Top Secret (TS) clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government. * Proficiency in C/C++ for systems-level or embedded software development * Proficiency in Python for tool development, automation, and integration * Familiarity with emulation and virtualization tools (e.g., QEMU or similar frameworks) * Strong understanding of computer architecture, emulation principles, and software engineering best practices (e.g., modular design, testing, code review) * Experience using collaborative source code management (e.g., Git) Education: * BS in Computer Engineering, Computers Science, Electrical Engineering or related field Nice to have: * Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance * Familiarity with network architecture and protocols, and experience integrating networked simulations * Experience with low-level software modifications (e.g., implants, firmware changes, binary patch development) * Experience at the software/hardware interface, including device drivers or real-time/embedded operating systems * Experience with reverse engineering and firmware rehosting for embedded systems, including analysis of instruction set architectures (e.g., ARM, PPC) and use of tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro, or Binary Ninja * Experience implementing component models (e.g., sensors, actuators, dynamics, environmental factors) in Python and/or C/C++, and integrate them into system-level simulations and software processing chains * Experience working with hardware components and interfaces * Masters or PhD in related field ## Description STR is hiring an Embedded Systems Emulation Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team of researchers and engineers developing cutting-edge technologies with significant and immediate impact on our national security. In this role, you will work at the intersection of computer systems and real-world physical systems, building the tools and models that emulate complex cyber-physical platforms to enable analysis, reverse engineering, and experimentation., * Work as part of a small, focused team to architect, develop, implement, and test modular software applications and tools for emulating cyber-physical systems. * Extend and customize existing emulation frameworks (e.g., QEMU) in C/C++ and Python to support new targets, peripherals, and capabilities. * Rehost unknown or sparsely documented firmware by analyzing binaries, identifying hardware dependencies, and adapting these to run correctly in emulated environments. * Develop emulator tooling and virtual device models to support reverse engineering and analysis of embedded systems across diverse architectures (e.g., ARM, PPC). * Develop digital models using virtualization tools (e.g., QEMU) and network them together to create integrated, end-to-end system simulations that closely approximate real hardware behavior. * Ensure model quality and correctness through unit-level and system-level testing, and by validating behavior against first principles, measured data, documentation, and hardware/software artifacts. * Communicate technical foundations of models and algorithms through reports and briefings ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [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) - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)