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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Gauge Engineering Services, LLC
- **Location:** Owego, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $162,240.0 - $170,560.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Computing Platforms, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Datasheets, Software Debugging, Linux, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Interface Design, Integrated Development Environments, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, System Programming, Systems Integration, VxWorks, Software Verification, System-level Testing, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9137686/embedded-software-engineer

## About the Role

The ideal candidate will have strong experience programming in C/C++, developing low-level software, and working within Linux and real-time operating system environments. Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail and the ability to accurately execute software development tasks from written requirements, build sheets, and technical documentation., 7+ years of experience in a software engineering environment
-Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
-Experience developing embedded software in C; C++ experience strongly preferred.
-Experience with Linux operating systems.
-Experience working in a real-time operating system environment (RTOS) such as LynxOS, Integrity, VxWorks, QNX, or similar.
-Experience developing software for embedded hardware or single board computer platforms.
-Understanding of low-level software concepts, hardware interfaces, and device driver development.
-Ability to follow detailed written instructions, technical procedures, and engineering documentation.
-Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
-Ability to work effectively within an Agile development environment.

Desired Skills:

-Experience developing software for aerospace, avionics, defense, or mission-critical systems.
-Experience interfacing software with FPGA-based hardware.
-Familiarity with military aircraft systems, mission computers, avionics, or weapons system integrations.
-Exposure to hardware/software integration and system-level testing.

## Description

Develop embedded software in C and C++ for single board computer platforms supporting airborne mission computer systems.
-Design, develop, and maintain device drivers that interface with electronic hardware and FPGA-based systems.
-Work within Linux-based operating systems and real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as LynxOS, Integrity, or similar environments.
-Participate in Agile development activities including sprint planning, story execution, testing, and delivery.
-Interpret and execute technical requirements, data sheets, build instructions, and engineering documentation with a high degree of accuracy.
-Integrate, troubleshoot, and validate software functionality with hardware subsystems.
-Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to support the development of advanced avionics and mission system technologies.
-Support internal research and development projects focused on innovative and proprietary defense-related technologies.
-Contribute to software verification, debugging, and performance optimization activities.


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