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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Lockheed Martin
- **Location:** Stratford, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $91,200.0 - $169,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Linux, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Modular Design, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Gitlab, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Bitbucket, DO-178B, Devsecops, Jenkins
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9240598/embedded-software-engineer

## About the Role

You're a detail-oriented engineer who enjoys turning complex problems into a structured, well designed software product. You communicate effectively, collaborate across disciplines, and are motivated to understand how software, hardware, and systems work together.

You bring:

 * A foundation in systems engineering, software engineering, or a related discipline.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Familiarity with software development and management tools.
 * Understanding of embedded software and hardware/software integration.
 * Strong communication and teamwork skills., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent education/experience).
 * Minimum 2 years of professional software-development experience or a Master's degree with no required experience.
 * Demonstrated experience with embedded development, software architecture, or operational software projects.

Desired Skills

 * Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
 * Understanding of open architectures, modular design, and DO-178C compliance.
 * Experience with Agile/ Scrum methodologies and DevSecOps practices.
 * Hands-on use of Jira, Confluence, GitLab, Bitbucket, Jenkins, and other CI/CD tools.
 * Test-driven development, unit-testing, and automated test frameworks.
 * Strong written and verbal communication for cross-functional collaboration.

## Description

We are seeking an early career Software Engineer to join a Mission Systems team that develops software applications supporting critical business and mission objectives. The incumbent will execute all phases of the software development lifecycle-requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and documentation-under very general supervision. Success requires strong teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to coordinate with Systems Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Program Management, and the Software Architecture group. Familiarity with Agile development, DevSecOps, DO-178C, C/C++, Python, Linux, GitLab, and Atlassian tools is desired.