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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer (San Diego) - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Salary:** $91,800.0 - $137,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Hardware Interface Design, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, Multithreading, Real Time Systems, Devsecops, Docker, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/1579963AE1D6440F86E6FF67AE5BFE1A/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related engineering experience. * Experience with the following programming and scripting languages: C, C++, and/or Python * Experience with Agile SW development, embedded system programming, SW integration and testing * Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management * Active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). * Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Access Program (SAP) access via a Program Access Request (PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs. * Note: SAP/PAR will be upgraded once selected candidate is in role. Therefore, candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain upgraded SAP/PAR.) Preferred Qualifications * Able to identify/debug performance or timing issues on the target. * Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. * Active DoD Top Secret SCI clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). * Recent experience and proficiency in software architecture, design, implementation, integration, and debugging C++ SW * Experience with developing multi-threaded SW used for one of the following real-time applications: flight critical SW, Safety critical SW, medical SW, or mission critical SW * Familiarity with at least two of the data interfaces: 1553, 422, 429, Serial, Discrete, Ethernet/IP, or Fiber Channel * Recent experience and proficiency in software architecture, design, implementation, integration, Docker Containers, RHEL 8.10 or later. * Can identify moderate execution defects by only reading code * Understanding of how their embedded SW component will fit into a larger SW system / architecture * Able to document, capture, and present software architectural components in modeling or diagramming tools * Strong understanding of the following SW hardware interfaces and where they exist in the architecture ## Description Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our team on site in San Diego, CA . The candidate should be a self-starter with familiarity working in an Integrated Product Team construct. Roles and Responsibilities will include: * Work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels * Participate in the full Software (SW) development life cycle including requirements, design, implementation, qualification, and delivery of SW products to our customers * Operate in an embedded technology development environment working with real-time operating systems for use in flight and mission critical systems * Work in Agile Scrum teams to develop SW products for multiple SW baselines * design, develop, integrate and test SW for our end-user customers and businesses. * Design, architect, develop, and administer embedded and real time systems. * Work with multi-disciplinary teams, such as Systems Engineering, Cloud & Application, Test Automation, DevSecOps and Systems Test, in an Agile SW development environment. * Analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls. 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