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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Melbourne, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $166,400.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Code Review, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Device Drivers, Embedded C, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, System Testing, Systems Integration, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Serial Peripheral Interface, PIC Microcontroller, Real Time Systems, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Bare Metal
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/fl/melbourne/0491d0a9-d592-4097-8c70-f401602b1f0f

## About the Role

Melbourne, FL, *On-Site

I2C
CI/CD
Debugging
Visionary
Innovation
Embedded C
Bare Metal
Oscilloscope
Communication
Test Planning
Logic Analyzer
Device Drivers
Test Automation
Computer Science
Embedded Systems
Test Engineering
Microcontrollers
Embedded Software
Laboratory Testing
Systems Engineering
Systems Integration
Integration Testing
Electronic Hardware
Software Engineering
Computer Engineering
Demonstration Skills
Software Architecture
Hardware Architecture
Technical Presentations
Linux On Embedded Systems
Electronic Test Equipment
Engineering Design Process
Serial Peripheral Interface
Real-Time Operating Systems
Product Lifecycle Management
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)
Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter

At least 3 years, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

 * 3+ years of embedded software development experience
 * Strong C programming experience
 * Working knowledge of Python
 * Experience with embedded Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal systems
 * Experience integrating software with hardware platforms
 * Experience debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and laboratory test equipment
 * U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

Join a growing engineering team developing mission-critical embedded systems for advanced defense and aerospace applications. This role offers hands-on involvement throughout the entire product lifecycle, including software architecture, embedded C development, hardware integration, testing, and system validation.

You'll work directly with embedded processors, real-time systems, custom hardware, and electronic test equipment while collaborating closely with electrical, FPGA, and systems engineers to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions.

If you enjoy working at the hardware/software boundary and seeing your code operate on real-world systems, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology programs., * Design, develop, and debug embedded software using C and Python

 * Develop software for embedded Linux, RTOS, and bare-metal environments
 * Integrate software with custom electronic hardware and microcontroller-based systems
 * Perform hardware/software integration, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
 * Create and execute test plans, automated test scripts, and validation procedures
 * Develop device drivers and communication interfaces including UART, SPI, I2C, and Ethernet
 * Participate in software architecture reviews, design reviews, and code reviews
 * Support CI/CD pipelines and automated testing environments
 * Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers to deliver robust solutions
 * Support customer demonstrations, technical presentations, and proposal activities