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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Persistent Systems
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Salary:** $133,000 - $160,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Android Software Development, Software Applications, C++ (Programming Language), Protocol Stack, Computer Engineering, Linux, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Hardware Design, Linux Kernel, Unix Shell, Software Engineering, System Programming, Systems Integration, Loadable Kernel Module, Hardware Testing, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/60530194-embedded-software-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience
 * At least 3 years of work experience developing software for embedded Linux systems in C/C++
 * At least 1 year of work experience with Java
 * Must have a US Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one, * Master's degree in computer science/electrical engineering/computer engineering or a related field
 * Experience with Linux kernel and kernel module development and Linux driver development (wireless, network stack)
 * Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters)
 * Experience with UNIX shell scripting
 * Experience with Android application development

## Description

We're looking for a hands-on Embedded Software Engineer with extensive experience developing software (C/C++) in a Linux environment. You will be responsible for working with a team of engineers in the development and implementation of a wide range of low-level embedded software, hardware development, and the development of application software running on the Wave Relay® network. This position provides the opportunity to develop technology that enables our customers to solve their most difficult networking problems., * Using C/C++ to architect, develop, and implement software for embedded Linux hardware platforms

 * Supporting hardware development
 * Supporting production hardware test systems running cross-platform applications built with Java for Windows and Linux
 * Developing application software running on the Wave Relay® network, which may include device drivers, Linux kernel modules, network stack development, porting existing software to new embedded platforms, and other low-level programming activities
 * Supporting internal and external engineering activities, including travel to test locations, military facilities, and customer sites to directly support the testing, evaluation, and deployment of the Wave Relay® system
 * Integrating other systems, sensors, and components with the Wave Relay® system
 * Writing technical proposals