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# Principal Software Engineer - Embedded Cybersecurity (Onsite)

- **Company:** Collins Aerospace
- **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $107,500.0 - $204,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, C++ (Programming Language), Embedded C, Internet Protocol, Inter-Process Communication, Python (Programming Language), Network Protocols, Software Product Management, Security Software, Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, Systems Integration, Test Execution Engine, Multithreading, Scripting, Linux Development, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks
- **Published:** May 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/principal-software-engineer-embedded-cybersecurity-onsite-missouri/2782956297-2/

## About the Role

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance, * Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

 * Software development and integration experience embedded C and C++ product software.
 * Software development and integration experience on complex multi-threaded product software code bases.
 * Experience with standard full lifecycle software development practices and configuration management tools., * Knowledge and experience in embedded security software development and integration.
 * Comfortable working in a Linux development environment, with experience in mutexes, semaphores, queues, and inter-process communication.
 * Exposure to crypto algorithms and their implementation
 * Ability to mentor engineers on software development skills and practices.
 * Strong desire to collaborate in a team environment, with experience in Agile methodologies.
 * Proven track record of meeting project milestones and driving process efficiency improvements.
 * Experience leading teams and managing projects through the full software lifecycle.
 * Proficiency in scripting languages like Python and experience with IP networking and networking protocols.

## Description

* Architect Cutting-Edge Embedded Solutions: Spearhead the design and development of advanced embedded cryptographic solutions and communications products, ensuring they align with long-term strategic goals and industry standards.
 * Steer Project Success: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define comprehensive requirements, oversee software implementation, and drive test case development, verification test execution, and certification processes.
 * Mentor and Inspire: Cultivate a high-performing engineering culture by mentoring and empowering software developers, enhancing technical expertise and promoting best practices for process improvement.
 * Elevate Security and Reliability: Take a proactive role in shaping products that significantly enhance the security and reliability of critical communications systems, influencing best practices and guiding the direction of future innovations.


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