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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Trenton Systems
- **Location:** Duluth, GA, United States
- **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $175,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, Computing Platforms, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Communications Protocols, Software Debugging, Linux, Device Drivers, Embedded C, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Linux System Administration, Performance Tuning, Real-Time Operating Systems, Secure Coding, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Multithreading, PIC Microcontroller, Git, Software Version Control, Hardware Debugging
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2997296765-2

## About the Role

* Embedded C/C++ programming
 * RTOS (e.g., Vx
 * Works, Free
 * RTOS) or embedded Linux
 * Device driver and BSP development
 * Microcontrollers and embedded processors (ARM/x86)
 * Low-level hardware debugging with JTAG/logic analyzers
 * Real-time and multi-threaded programming
 * Version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
 * Secure coding practices and cybersecurity basics
 * Communication protocols (SPI, I2
 * C, UART, Ethernet)
 * Performance optimization and profiling

## Description

Trenton Systems is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop secure, high-performance software for rugged computers, servers, and workstations used in defense, aerospace, and industrial applications. In this collaborative, mission-driven role, you'll design and debug embedded firmware, device drivers, and board support packages, integrate with custom hardware and RTOS/Linux, and optimize performance, reliability, and security. You'll work closely with cross-functional engineering teams on complex projects, support system bring-up and troubleshooting, and grow your skills while contributing to critical, real-world missions.

Responsibilities

 * Design, develop, and debug embedded software for rugged computing platforms
 * Implement device drivers, board support packages, and low-level firmware
 * Integrate software with custom hardware and RTOS/Linux environments
 * Optimize performance, reliability, and security for mission-critical systems
 * Collaborate with hardware, systems, and QA engineers on complex projects
 * Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation
 * Support system bring-up, troubleshooting, and field issues
 * Contribute to continuous improvement of tools, processes, and architectures


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