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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** QuEST Defense
- **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $165,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Networks, Common Object Request Broker Architecture, Linux, Device Drivers, Embedded C, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Network Protocols, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Product Management, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, UML, Multithreading, Scripting, SC Clearance, Legacy Systems
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/embedded-software-engineer-sign-on-bonus-quest-defense-systems-solution-8713534

## About the Role

* U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain an Active Secret Clearance
 * 2-5+ years of experience with Object-Oriented Programming (preferably in C++)
 * Willingness to work onsite at Cedar Rapids (IA)
 * Experience with software development and integration on complex multi-threaded embedded C and C++ product software code bases
 * Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python
 * Proficiency in writing unit tests and ensuring code reliability
 * Basic knowledge of networking protocols and architecture
 * Experience developing or supporting device drivers

Preferred Skills and Experience

 * TCP/IP network applications development experience
 * UML experience
 * CORBA experience
 * Linux experience
 * Familiarity with embedded systems development for Software Defined Radios
 * Prior experience working on Department of Defense (DoD) projects
 * Experience working with MIL-STD-1553 and MIL-STD-188

## Description

In this position, you'll work closely with software architects, technical leads, and cross-functional engineering teams to develop, test, and integrate embedded software solutions. The work includes object-oriented C++ development, unit testing, Python scripting, Linux-based development, networking protocols, and device driver support., * Support the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment in a secure environment

 * Support the design and development of embedded software solutions for communications products
 * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure seamless integration with embedded systems and networking components
 * Develop and maintain unit tests to ensure the reliability and robustness of new and legacy systems
 * Work closely with system architects and technical leads to maintain and improve the overall software architecture