Software Engineer - Embedded

Overview

Software Engineer I – Embedded – Folsom, CA (Hybrid) | Defense & National Security | Full-Time | $75,000 - $110,000

An innovative defense and national security engineering organisation is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of advanced airborne ISR and mission-critical systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer who is excited to work on complex, real-world systems in a highly collaborative, small-team environment.

You’ll contribute to the design, development, and testing of embedded and Linux-based software supporting advanced intelligence and defense technologies.

The role offers exposure across the full software lifecycle, working alongside systems engineers, technical leads, and programme managers on high-impact projects.

• Support software analysis, design, development, and testing
• Collaborate across software and systems engineering teams
• Evaluate and integrate commercial and open-source technologies
• Contribute to architectural prototyping and system improvements
• Assist in preparing technical briefings and documentation
• Participate in customer and technical review meetings

• 1–2 years of commercial experience in Engineering or Computer Science
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Experience with C, C++, or similar systems programming languages (Linux environment)
• Comfortable working with command-line interfaces
• Experience with shell and/or Python scripting
• Understanding of network fundamentals (IP addressing, subnetting, protocols)
• Basic knowledge of object-oriented design, distributed systems, and embedded concepts
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)

• Active DoD Top Secret SCI clearance