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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Linux Software Engineer - **Company:** BlackStar Enterprise Group, Inc. - **Location:** Cypress, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $170,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Binary Space Partitioning, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Device Drivers, Embedded C, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), FreeRTOS, Linux System Administration, Modbus, Radio-Frequency Identification, Systems Development Life Cycle, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, VxWorks, Serial Peripheral Interface, Yocto, Information Technology, Build Tools - **Published:** June 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e38af061d1d36a49 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Universal asynchronous receiver-transmitter (UART) protocol?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. * 3+ years of experience in embedded software development and system architecture. * Strong expertise in embedded C/C++ and Linux-based systems. * Hands-on experience with Yocto Project and embedded Linux build systems. * Experience with real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or equivalent). * Proficiency in device driver development, BSPs, and low-level system debugging. * Knowledge of communication protocols: SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet, CAN, Modbus. * Experience in embedded control systems, power electronics, or RF-related applications. * Familiarity with aerospace, defense, satellite communications, or regulated embedded environments. * Understanding of DO-178, MIL-STD-882, or similar safety-critical standards. * Strong analytical skills with applied knowledge of calculus, probability, and statistics. * Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical engineering environment. * U.S. work authorization required; ability to obtain or hold a security clearance preferred. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with SSPAs, BUCs, RF systems, or satellite communications payloads. * Knowledge of FPGA, GPU, or NPU integration in embedded systems. * Experience with digital signal processing (DSP), adaptive control, and digital predistortion (DPD). * Background in aerospace, defense prime contractors, or space-qualified systems development. * Experience with formal V&V processes, configuration management, and engineering change control. * Exposure to AI/ML acceleration on embedded or edge systems. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer/Architect specializing in Linux-based embedded systems for high-power RF applications, including SSPAs and BUCs used in ground, airborne, and space platforms. This role focuses on designing real-time embedded software architectures, control systems, and mission-critical applications that meet stringent aerospace and defense standards. You will work across the full software lifecycle-from architecture and development to testing, qualification, and production-while collaborating with RF, systems, hardware, and program teams to deliver high-reliability embedded solutions for mission-critical environments., * Design and develop real-time embedded software architectures for Linux-based and RTOS-based systems (Yocto, FreeRTOS, VxWorks). * Develop low-level firmware, device drivers, and BSP integrations for embedded hardware platforms. * Implement control algorithms for power electronics, including DC-DC converters and switching power systems. * Develop software for thermal management, fault detection, monitoring, and RF system control (SSPAs/BUCs). * Work on digital signal processing (DSP) solutions, including digital predistortion (DPD) and adaptive control techniques. * Ensure compliance with aerospace and defense standards including DO-178, MIL-STD-882, EMI/EMC, and environmental requirements. * Lead architecture reviews, technical trade studies, and risk assessments. * Support system integration, prototype development, verification, validation, and qualification testing. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and customers to define requirements and system specifications. * Contribute to proposal development, technical documentation, and customer-facing engineering presentations. * Drive engineering best practices across configuration management, lifecycle development, and continuous improvement., This is a high-impact engineering role focused on next-generation RF and space-grade embedded systems. 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