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# Principal Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Draper Labs
- **Location:** Cambridge, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $245,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Bug Tracking Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Network Protocols, Software Configuration Management, Subsystems, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/86949519/1

## About the Role

* Excellent development and troubleshooting skills on embedded targets.
 * Experience with in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers and laboratory test equipment.
 * Excellent knowledge of OS coding techniques IP protocols interfaces and hardware subsystems.
 * Knowledge of development for real-time execution.
 * Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Knowledge of software configuration management tools defect tracking tools and peer review processes.
 * Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
 * Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Education
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

Experience
Requires10-15 years experience with a Bachelor's degree or 7-10 years with a Master's degree in the development of embedded software or applicable experience.

## Description

* Subject Matter Expert in embedded system development knowledgeable and experienced in multiple technical disciplines.
 * Ability to independently assess customer needs and evaluate candidate technical solutions to complex problems.
 * Ability to lead embedded systems development teams, providing technical and management oversight.
 * Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
 * Performs other duties as assigned.