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# Embedded Software (Linux) Engineer/Architect

- **Company:** Mission Microwave
- **Location:** Cypress, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $170,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Assembly Language, Software Documentation, Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), FreeRTOS, Monitoring of Systems, Modbus, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, VxWorks, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Serial Peripheral Interface, Software Verification, Yocto, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_43001a47

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
 * 3+ years of experience in embedded software development and architecture.
 * Expert knowledge of Yocto Project and real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS, VxWorks, etc.).
 * Extensive experience with embedded development tools, debuggers, and device driver development.
 * Proficiency in C/C++ programming and assembly language for embedded systems.
 * Knowledge of communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet, CAN, Modbus).
 * Experience with software for power electronics, control systems, and high-power RF applications.
 * Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or satellite communication software development.
 * Understanding of DO-178, MIL-STD-882, and space qualification processes for software.
 * Knowledge of digital predistortion (DPD), digital signal processing, and adaptive control techniques preferred.
 * Experience with AI, GPUs, FPGAs, and NPUs preferred.
 * Strong leadership and mentorship skills with the ability to guide and inspire engineering teams.
 * Excellent communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
 * Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations including calculus, statistics, and probability theory.
 * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
 * Active security clearance or ability to obtain clearance preferred.

## Description

As an Embedded Software Engineer/Architect, you will design, develop, and optimize embedded software systems for SSPAs and BUCs that operate in ground-based, airborne, and space-based applications. You will be responsible for driving technical innovation in embedded software, implementing advanced control algorithms, and ensuring the delivery of cutting-edge software solutions that meet mission-critical requirements.

You'll collaborate closely with customers, program managers, RF engineers, mechanical engineers, and cross-functional teams to translate system requirements into scalable, high-performance embedded software. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex technical challenges while mentoring and inspiring engineering teams.

What You'll Do

 * Drive technical innovation in real-time embedded software, control algorithms, and system monitoring solutions for high-power RF applications.
 * Develop software architectures and technical specifications for ground-based, airborne, and space-qualified embedded systems.
 * Apply expert-level knowledge of embedded software design principles, real-time operating systems, and device driver development.
 * Design and optimize software for thermal management, power control, and fault detection in high-power RF amplifiers and systems.
 * Implement embedded software for power electronics control, including switching power supplies and DC-DC converters.
 * Ensure software designs meet EMI/EMC compliance, performance, reliability, and environmental requirements, including DO-178 and MIL-STD compliance.
 * Conduct software architecture reviews, risk assessments, and technical trade studies to ensure optimal embedded solutions.
 * Support prototype development, testing, and qualification activities for space and airborne systems.
 * Own embedded software development through the full lifecycle from concept to production.
 * Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to define embedded software requirements and system specifications.
 * Provide technical expertise for proposal development and customer presentations.
 * Ensure all embedded software designs comply with applicable industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements.
 * Support quality assurance activities, including software verification and validation testing.
 * Maintain software documentation standards and engineering change control processes.
 * Foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence within the engineering organization.