Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Linux / Networking) – Cleared

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with an active Top Secret clearance to develop high-performance, low-latency software systems running on embedded platforms.

This role focuses on embedded Linux, networking, and system-level development on ARM-based hardware. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams spanning hardware, firmware, and application software.

What You’ll Do

• Develop multi-threaded embedded Linux applications in C/C++
• Design and optimize low-latency networking solutions (TCP/UDP)
• Build and debug Linux device drivers
• Support and customize Board Support Packages (BSPs) for SoC platforms
• Collaborate with hardware and firmware teams to integrate and validate systems
• Troubleshoot performance, latency, and system-level issues

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance
• Strong experience with embedded Linux development
• Proficiency in C/C++
• Experience with multi-threading (e.g., PThreads)
• Solid understanding of TCP/UDP networking
• Experience working with ARM-based systems or SoCs
• Ability to work on-site in Morris Plains, NJ (hybrid schedule)

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)

• Experience with low-latency or real-time systems
• Familiarity with FPGA development (e.g., Quartus, Cyclone, Arria)
• Experience with firmware development for microcontrollers (PIC32, dsPIC, etc.)
• Exposure to Qt or C++ GUI development
• Experience building or modifying custom BSPs

What Success Looks Like

• Delivering reliable, low-latency software for embedded systems
• Effectively collaborating across hardware and software teams
• Debugging complex issues across system layers

Important Note

This role focuses on embedded Linux and networking. Experience with FPGA, firmware, or GUI development is a plus, but not required.

Pay

$80.00 - $85.00 per hour

Work Location

Hybrid remote in Morris Plains, NJ 07950