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Software Staff Engineer (Embedded Systems)
Contract Professionals, Inc.
Sterling Heights · On-site Contract Lead $63 – $71/hr 1mo ago
About the role
Overview
Seeking a Software Staff Engineer to support embedded systems and vehicle electronics integration for ground combat platforms. This role focuses on OS/BSP development, software integration, and full lifecycle embedded software engineering in a mission-critical environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and configure software development environments
- Develop embedded software, firmware, and documentation
- Perform requirements analysis and detailed software design
- Write, test, and debug code (C, C++, C#, Java, Python)
- Execute hardware/software integration and system validation
- Develop test procedures and perform unit/functional testing
- Support software release integration (CSCI-level)
- Troubleshoot issues across multiple test phases
- Participate in Agile ceremonies (scrum, demos, sprint activities)
- Collaborate with systems, program, and quality teams
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of embedded software experience
- Experience with Linux, VxWorks, RTOS, BSPs, and virtualization
- Strong programming skills (C, C++, Python, Java, C#)
- Experience with GIT, Bitbucket, and development toolchains
- Knowledge of network protocols (CAN, TCP/IP, UDP, RS-232/422)
- Experience with Agile development processes
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
- Ability to work around military vehicles (ASR compliant)
- Willingness to work occasional overtime
Preferred
- Experience with Yocto or Linux image build tools
- Knowledge of hypervisors, device drivers, bootloaders
- Familiarity with SELinux, secure boot, and embedded cybersecurity
- Experience with MOSA, SOSA, FACE, GCIA architectures
- Experience with ground combat vehicle systems
Additional Requirements
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
- Ability to work around military vehicles (ASR compliant)
- Willingness to work occasional overtime
US Citizenship Requirement
This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.
No Subcontract Requirement
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.
Skills
AgileBitbucketCC#C++CANGITJavaLinuxPythonRTOSTCP/IPUDPVxWorks
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