> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2989227-advanced-software-engineer-and-lead-for-space-and-embedded-crypt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2989227-advanced-software-engineer-and-lead-for-space-and-embedded-crypt). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Advanced Software Engineer and Lead for Space and Embedded Crypt - **Company:** General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. - **Location:** Scottsdale, AZ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $124,397.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Firmware, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Python (Programming Language), PCI Express, Software Engineering, Toolchain, Yocto, U-Boot - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9177171/advanced-software-engineer-and-lead-for-space-and-embedded-crypt ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 3 years relevant experience., Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required., * Ability to lead the software development process * Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges in creative ways * Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and positioning others for success * Thorough knowledge of technology trends and willingness to champion new ideas and process improvements * C ommitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others * Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation * Experience leading a team of software engineers * Experience is Cost Account Management for complex projects * Experience in Red/Black secure architectures * Experience developing embedded C/C++ Linux SW preferable based on the Xilinx Versal tool chain * General C++ application development experience on embedded Linux * gRPC experience * Experience developing SW that interacts with Firmware * Experience developing IP based router SW * Yocto experience * Kernel Driver development * U-Boot experience * Secure Boot Experience * Secure Storage techniques on Linux * Knowledge of PCIe interfaces, enumeration, root complex * Experience with Python and C Make ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Software defines the vehicle: Why customers and developers will love cars even more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1114-software-defines-the-vehicle-why-customers-and-developers-will-love-cars-even-more) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [Discover the open source trio you didn’t expect: .NET and PostgreSQL on Linux](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2042-discover-the-open-source-trio-you-didn-t-expect-net-and-postgresql-on-linux) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)