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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # nFirmware Systems Manager - **Company:** Nabout Leidos - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $107,900.0 - $195,050.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Computer Engineering, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Firmware, Hardware Interface Design, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Real-Time Operating Systems, Requirements Management, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Integration, PIC Microcontroller, Hardware Testing, Peripherals, Git, Information Technology, Bare Metal - **Published:** September 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/337215/firmware-systems-manager-washington-wa-lynnwood ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.\n * 5+ years of experience developing embedded software, firmware, or closely related software systems.\n * Experience providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, leading small teams, or coordinating engineering activities.\n * Proficiency with C/C++ and familiarity with embedded software development.\n * Experience working with microcontrollers, hardware interfaces, peripherals, drivers, or similar low-level systems.\n * Working knowledge of modern software engineering practices including:\n \n + Git or comparable source-control systems\n + Configuration management and software release practices\n + Peer review / pull-request workflows\n + Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)\n + Automated build and test environments\n + Unit, integration, SIL, and/or HIL testing\n + Software design and technical reviews\n \n * Experience debugging software and hardware/software integration problems.\n * Strong written and verbal communication skills.\n * Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government SECRET security clearance.\n, * Prior experience as an engineering lead, technical lead, team lead, or first-line manager.\n * Experience developing embedded software for autonomous systems, robotics, maritime systems, or other complex electromechanical platforms.\n * Experience with STM32 or similar microcontroller families.\n * Familiarity with JTAG/SWD, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and embedded debugging techniques.\n * Experience implementing or improving CI/CD and automated testing for embedded systems.\n * Experience developing SIL/HIL environments or automated hardware test infrastructure.\n * Familiarity with requirements management, software configuration management, and formal software release processes.\n * Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal embedded development.\n * Familiarity with high-reliability or safety-focused software development practices.\n * Experience working in classified or regulated engineering environments.\n ## Related Videos - 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