Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

This position offers an exciting opportunity to provide technical and analytical expertise in developing, designing, and supporting software solutions across various U.S. defense industries. The role involves participating in software design activities, developing code based on architecture and technical design, creating and performing unit tests, and enhancing the software development process. The selected candidate will collaborate with other engineering disciplines to create robust technical solutions across multiple technology areas.

• Participate in software design activities and develop code based on the architecture and technical design.
• Create and perform unit tests to ensure software quality.
• Enhance the software development process through continuous improvement.
• Actively participate in test case planning for components and functions developed by the project team.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to create robust technical solutions.

• Proficiency in software development with C/C++, C#, Java, and embedded software.
• Strong computer science fundamentals in algorithm design, problem solving, and complexity analysis.
• 5+ years of industry experience delivering high-quality, innovative applications.
• Experience working with embedded hardware from concept to completion.
• Object-oriented design and development skills.
• Experience with Linux/Unix and/or Windows operating systems.
• Proficiency in software version control systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and independently with minimal guidance.
• Ambition to learn and grow professionally.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% as necessary.

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 – $140000.00/yr. They provide benefits internally. Workplace Type:
This is a hybrid position in Goleta, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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