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# Senior Principal Embedded Real-Time Software Developer/Integrator (Remote)

- **Company:** SPARA TECH LLC
- **Location:** Tucson, AZ, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Real Time Systems, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-principal-embedded-real-time-software-developer-integrator-remote-tucson-az--734766ce-33fd-43cf-8cac-473a288d2954

## About the Role

Software Development, Realtime Operating System, Technical Delivery, Technical Recruiting, Avionics, Software Development, Realtime Operating System, FPGA, Aerospace and Defense, Embedded Systems, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

 * Significant experience developing and integrating real-time embedded software in hardware-constrained systems.
 * Experience in at least one of the following industries: defense, aerospace, telecom, robotics, medical devices, automotive, or IoT.
 * Proven ability to lead design efforts and work collaboratively in an IPT environment.
 * Strong understanding of hardware/software integration, firmware interaction, and real-time operating constraints.
 * Ability to obtain program-specific access (U.S. Citizenship required).

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to mission-critical programs and work with cutting-edge embedded systems alongside world-class engineering talent. If you're passionate about real-time systems and want to make a tangible impact, we invite you to join our team.

## Description

As a Senior Principal Engineer, you will work in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment to design, develop, test, and integrate real-time embedded software for systems that include both hardware and FPGA-based firmware. This role is ideal for a technical leader with a deep background in embedded systems and a passion for innovation in complex, high-stakes domains like aerospace, robotics, medical, automotive, or IoT., * Architect, develop, test, and debug embedded real-time software solutions that integrate with firmware and hardware systems.

 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine system requirements, improve testability, and ensure measurable, high-quality results.
 * Lead and mentor junior engineers, fostering growth in technical and professional skills.
 * Contribute to program proposals, design reviews (preliminary and critical), and overall system architecture decisions.
 * Apply Agile and Lean development practices in coordination with Product Owners, Chief Engineers, and IPT members.
 * Support and/or lead software integration activities with mission assurance and safety-critical requirements in mind.