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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer - **Company:** Nabout Leidos - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $131,300.0 - $237,350.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, ARM Architecture, JIRA, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, DevOps, FreeRTOS, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Safety, Reduced Instruction Set Computing, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, VxWorks, Software Organization, PIC Microcontroller, Gitlab, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, DO-178B, Docker - **Published:** September 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/337204/senior-embedded-software-engineer-alabama-al-huntsville ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical discipline from an accredited institution, with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.\n * 12+ years of relevant technical experience, or 10+ years with a master's degree in a related field.\n * 5+ years of experience with real-time embedded system in defense, aerospace, or safety-critical platforms preferred.\n * U.S. Citizenship required.\n * Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.\n * Must be a resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to the Huntsville-North Alabama area.\n * Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development.\n * Experience with real-time operating system (RTOS) such as VxWorks, Integrity, or FreeRTOS\n * Proficiency with embedded processors and microcontrollers (i.e. ARM Cortex, RISC-V, or similar architectures)\n * Experience with embedded debugging tools (JTAG, oscilloscopes, etc.)\n * Must have strong knowledge of modern software development practices including Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and test automation and understand the reasons these practices are used on mission and safety critical programs.\n * Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to address highly complex technical challenges.\n * Ability to work independently on well-defined tasks and contribute effectively in a collaborative team environment.\n, * Experience with high-speed guided weapons systems, flight controls systems, or similar embedded solutions.\n * Experience developing large-scale embedded, high-performance systems with a high level of determinism.\n * Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).\n * Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).\n * Prior experience working in highly regulated or mission-critical environments (e.g., aerospace or defense sectors).\n * Experience with software safety standards (DO-178C, MIL-STD-882e).\n * Experience with Agile management tools and concepts such as Jira.\n * Experience with software configuration management tools such as Git and GitLab.\n * Proven experience mentoring developers across multiple experience levels.\n ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Unleashing the Full Potential of the Arm Architecture – Write Once, Deploy Anywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/940-unleashing-the-full-potential-of-the-arm-architecture-write-once-deploy-anywhere) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)