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# Associate Embedded Software Engineer (DRT)

- **Company:** Thales Defense & Security, Inc.
- **Location:** Germantown, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $81,182.0 - $103,732.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Linux, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Software Systems, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Bare Metal
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18679997/Associate-Embedded-Software-Engineer-Drt-Maryland-Germantown

## About the Role

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 * U.S. Citizenship required- Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
 * BSEE/BSCE/BSCS or MSEE
 * Communicate with Impact. Strong oral and written communication skills are critical to success.
 * Software development skills to augment high-performing teams
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Linux environment on ARM processors
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Bare-metal software systems on micro-controllers
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Heavy use of C/C++, Python
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Integration of emerging AI technologies
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Structured development processes (Test Driven Development, peer reviews, unit testing, configuration management, defect tracking).
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Agile methodologies and techniques
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Strong collaboration skills.Our success depends upon building and maintaining relationships with team members.
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Networking skills. Design and optimize high-performance networked software that enables reliable, real-time communications in complex systems.

 * Ability to work independently while thriving in a fastpaced, multidisciplinary team environment.
 * Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values.

The annualized pay range for this role is $81,181.80 - $103,732.00 USD along with a target incentive compensation plan (ICP) of 5%. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of the experience level for the role described above. TDSI considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

## Description

We are seeking an Associate Embedded SoftwareEngineer to work in our Germantown, MD office. You will be part of a product development team working with extremely talented, motivated people who take pride in knowing our products perform when it counts. You will also be able to see your design and development being manufactured right in our factory.

Responsibilities

 * Develop new Software.Write code that turns advanced radio hardware into intelligent, programmable communication systems.

 * Solve real-world technical challenges.Our cross-functional software teams integrate embedded systems, networking, and distributed software.

 * Collaborate with engineers. See your code move beyond a screen and become integrated within technology that connects people in environments where communications matter most.