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# Principal Embedded DSP Engineer TS/SCI

- **Company:** Randstad
- **Location:** Frederick, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $200,000.0 - $220,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Bioinformatics, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Memory Management, Embedded Software, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Description Language, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Digital Access Carrier System, Front End Software Development
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.randstadusa.com/jobs/141/1110654/principal-embedded-dsp-engineer-ts-sci_frederick/

## About the Role

* Embedded Software Design
 * Embedded
 * Embedded Software Testing
 * Professional Engineer
 * RF
 * FPGA
 * Embedded Coding
 * Network
 * Project Management
 * Matlab
 * Python
 * C
*

## Description

job summary:
Seeking a Principal Embedded DSP Engineer for a high growth DoW contractor in the Frederick, MD area. Paid relocation will be offered!

The Principal Embedded DSP Engineer would be responsible for designing, coding, and implementing physical layer communications and signal processing algorithms for hardware. Experience with Waveform Engineering, FPGA-based DSP and/or CPU-based DSP is highly desired.

Full W-2 benefits offered! Paid relo offered! Security Clearance is required!

Apply now for immediate consideration!
location: FREDERICK, Maryland
job type: Permanent
salary: $200,000 - 220,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

 * Design Signal Algorithms: Model baseband/RF waveforms, modulation, and FIR/IIR filters using MATLAB or Python
 * Convert to Hardware Code: Translate prototypes into optimized, real-time C/C++, VHDL, or Verilog for FPGAs, SDRs, and embedded targets.
 * Integrate with Hardware: Partner with RF/hardware teams to interface DSP logic directly with ADCs, DACs, and RF front-ends.
 * Optimize Performance: Profile code to minimize latency, power draw, and memory usage under strict real-time constraints.
 * Validate & Analyze Signals: Conduct spectral analysis and automated testing to evaluate performance against noise, fading, and interference.
 * Debug on Bench Setup: Use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers to troubleshoot live hardware integration issues.
 * Guide Technical Strategy: Own system-level DSP architecture decisions and mentor junior engineers through code/HDL reviews.

qualifications:

 * Experience level: Experienced
 * Minimum 8 years of experience
 * Education: Bachelors (required)

skills:

 * Embedded Software Design
 * Embedded
 * Embedded Software Testing
 * Professional Engineer
 * RF
 * FPGA
 * Embedded Coding
 * Network
 * Project Management
 * Matlab
 * Python
 * C
 * C++
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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 + Design Signal Algorithms: Model baseband/RF waveforms, modulation, and FIR/IIR filters using MATLAB or Python
 + Convert to Hardware Code: Translate prototypes into optimized, real-time C/C++, VHDL, or Verilog for FPGAs, SDRs, and embedded targets.
 + Integrate with Hardware: Partner with RF/hardware teams to interface DSP logic directly with ADCs, DACs, and RF front-ends.
 + Optimize Performance: Profile code to minimize latency, power draw, and memory usage under strict real-time constraints.
 + Validate & Analyze Signals: Conduct spectral analysis and automated testing to evaluate performance against noise, fading, and interference.
 + Debug on Bench Setup: Use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers to troubleshoot live hardware integration issues.
 + Guide Technical Strategy: Own system-level DSP architecture decisions and mentor junior engineers through code/HDL reviews.


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