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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # embedded software developers - **Company:** The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $245,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Perl (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Ruby, RTLinux, Software Engineering, System Testing, TCP/IP, VxWorks, Scripting, Delivery Pipeline, Gitlab, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Atlassian Bamboo, Docker - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/b6922ae9-805f-4a9d-aed0-8651514c2768 ## About the Role * A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or equivalent. * At least 5 years of experience in software development (years pursuing graduate degrees may also be combined toward this qualification). * Expertise in C and C++. * Experience with scripting languages (Python, Ruby or PERL). * Experience with decentralized version control and configuration management systems, such as Git. * Strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and independent follow-through. * Are able to obtain a Top Secret/SCI level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have... * A MS or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or equivalent. * At least 7 years of professional work experience. * Familiarity with flight software libraries, applications, and frameworks including NASA 's cFE (Core Flight Executive). * Experience with real time operating systems including RTEMS, RT Linux and VxWorks. * Experience with DevOps pipelines like GitLab and Bamboo. * Experience with additional languages such as Rust or Go. * Experience using or configuring containerization frameworks such Docker/Podman and Kubernetes. * Experience with networking and communication protocol development such as TCP/IP, mesh, CCSDS protocols, DTN. * Experience leading software development teams. * Possesss a TS/SCI security clearance. ## Description Are you a software engineer passionate about computer science, computer engineering, and the robotic exploration of our solar system? Does solving embedded software challenges sound motivating? If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL! We are seeking a dedicated embedded software developer eager to solve hard problems in space using best-practice software development practices. The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (JHUAPL) Space Exploration Sector develops spacecraft for both National Security applications and NASA funded exploration missions. Our group is a collaborative team of software developers, applied mathematicians/physicists and embedded system engineers that develop flight software and simulations for JHUAPL-developed spacecraft. Our embedded software developers work closely with hardware engineers to provide a rock-solid, continuously tested software stack capable of commanding and relaying data from billions of kilometers away. We value pushing the boundaries of the possible, staying up to date with software practices, and constantly infusing our knowledge into our spacecraft and the systems that support them. As a flight software developer, your responsibilities include... * Using solid embedded practices to build the software that runs a spacecraft. * Building and maintaining a robust testing pipeline at the unit, application and system testing levels. * Communicating with other spacecraft teams including avionics, telecommunications, networking, navigation, systems, and integration and test to understand flight software interfaces and requirements. * Design, implement and test software to solve problems in a variety of embedded environments, with an emphasis on modular, reusable software. * Working with technical specialists at JHUAPL to research, advance, and advocate for emerging software practices, architectures and languages. ## Related Videos - [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) - [Coffee with Developers: David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/875-coffee-with-developers-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology)