Software Engineer II - Embedded Systems

Frontgrade Technologies is seeking an Embedded Systems Software Engineer II to support the development of advanced mission processing systems for space and military applications. These rugged, high-reliability systems integrate processing, I/O, power, storage, networking, FPGA, and other specialized modules.

This hands-on role spans embedded Linux, boot software, board support packages, device drivers, microcontroller firmware, FPGA logic, hardware interfaces, and application-level software. The engineer applies a broad understanding of embedded-software practices to moderately complex assignments under general direction.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, debug, and maintain embedded software for mission processing systems
• Develop and support embedded Linux platforms, bootloaders, board support packages, device drivers, and board bring-up
• Develop microcontroller firmware for power control, sequencing, monitoring, communications, and board management
• Develop embedded applications, diagnostic utilities, manufacturing tools, and system test software
• Participate in requirements development, design and code reviews, verification, documentation, and controlled releases
• Collaborate with architects, system engineering and test engineering teams

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum two (2) years of related experience in embedded-software or firmware-development. OR (6) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree. OR No experience required in lieu of Masters Degree.
• Working proficiency in C and C++ for embedded or systems level development
• Knowledge of embedded Linux, BSPs, bootloaders, device drivers, kernel integration, or board bring-up
• Ability to develop microcontroller firmware and interface with board-level peripherals

• Knowledge of source control, build systems, testing, technical documentation, and multidisciplinary engineering practices Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace, defense, avionics, space, or other high-reliability product development
• Development of FPGA logic using VHDL, Verilog, or System Verilog
• ARM, Power Architecture, or RISC-V platforms; real-time operating systems; and bare-metal development
• AMD/Xilinx or Intel FPGA tools and embedded Linux environments such as Yocto, or Peta Linux
• Experience using JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers
• Experience supporting products through architecture, development, integration, qualification, production introduction, and sustaining engineering

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave

About Frontgrade

At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Why Work for Us

We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.