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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Embedded Software Engineer - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Columbia, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $118,300.0 - $224,900.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Rapid Prototyping Process, Real-Time Operating Systems, Signal Processing, Software Engineering, Subsystems, System on a Chip, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Fpga Hardware, Software Defined Radio - **Published:** June 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e061e988521835c1 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Verilog?, The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance, * Typically a degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience. * Experience in at least 4 of the following categories: + Software-defined radio. + Signal processing. + Real-time embedded software/firmware development. + Embedded Linux. + ARM processors and system on a chip (SoC) systems. + FPGA development using Verilog, VHDL, or high-level synthesis tools. + Experience with Python or C programming. * The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer: * Degree in Electrical Engineering highly preferred. * Experience in digital signal processing. * Experience working with RF or Photonic sensor systems. * Experience with embedded processor and System on a Chip development for FPGA devices. * Familiarity with the Linux environment and commands. * Experience in rapid prototyping and hardware integration. * Self-motivated problem solver with a positive attitude and willingness to learn. * Self-directed - Able to complete tasks with minimum oversight. * Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment. ## Description Raytheon's Subsystem Engineering and Photonics group is actively seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join our group in Columbia, MD. The Subsystem Engineering and Photonics Group is a hands-on, multi-disciplinary engineering team that works to design, develop, and fabricate the next generation of RF and photonic systems. The Principal Embedded Software Engineer will be responsible for supporting our design and testing efforts by working with the engineering team to develop and implement firmware solutions in prototype hardware demonstrations. What You Will Do: * Designing, implementing, testing, and debugging integrated embedded real-time software within heterogenous systems composed of firmware and hardware. * Collaborate in a multi-discipline team setting to solve complex engineering problems. * Perform hands-on integration and troubleshooting of solutions to ensure functionality. * Be responsible for significant portions of the embedded code base, becoming the subject matter expert in those areas. * Assist the team in elevating our software development practices. * Perform and participate in internal and external technical reviews. * Independently drive projects and execute to program schedules and budget. * Travel up to 10%, with some overnight travel. * This 1st shift role will be 100% onsite and based in Columbia, MD. ## Related Videos - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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