Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Job Title: Sr Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

Drive the full embedded software development lifecycle, from concept through deployment and maintenance. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to design, implement, and test software solutions for aerospace and defense applications. Optimize software for performance, reliability, and maintainability using cutting-edge tools and methodologies. Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of best practices and continuous learning. Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies to enhance offerings and maintain a competitive edge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the complete embedded software development lifecycle, from initial concept through final deployment and ongoing maintenance.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to design, implement, and test software solutions tailored for aerospace and defense applications.
• Optimize software for enhanced performance, reliability, and maintainability using advanced tools and methodologies.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers, promoting best practices and continuous learning.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies to enhance company offerings and maintain a competitive advantage.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in C and C programming languages for systems programming.
• Minimum of 5 years of software development experience.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience with real-time Linux and RTOS.
• At least 2 years of experience in hardware-software integration with ARM platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Ability to obtain secret clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Currently possess an active clearance.
• Familiarity with Python.
• Experience with Directed Energy and Space Domain Awareness technologies.

Work Environment

This position requires on-site work five days a week from 8 am to 4 pm. The work attire is casual, allowing jeans and polos. Join a collaborative and supportive environment that values growth, creativity, and well-being. You will have the opportunity to work on innovative space technologies and make a meaningful impact. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, including 401(k) matching, robust healthcare plans, life insurance, generous paid time off, relocation assistance for qualified candidates, and tuition reimbursement opportunities.

This is a Permanent position based out of Las Vegas, NV.

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

Benefits are attached in the req.

This is a fully onsite position in Las Vegas,NV.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 25, 2026.

About Actalent

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $130,000 - $180,000