Embedded C++ Software Engineer, Lead

631 Booz Allen Hamilton_United States; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen in United States (Virginia) seeks an Embedded C++ Software Engineer, Lead to research, design, and develop embedded control software for weapon systems. You will mentor junior engineers and lead design efforts across hardware/software interfaces.

The role requires strong C++ expertise, experience across the full development lifecycle, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Security clearance is required for this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing C++ software.
• Experience mentoring junior developers.
• Experience leading the design and development of integrated hardware or software systems.
• Experience across the full development lifecycle, including requirements analysis and development, design, implementation, testing, integration, and deployment.
• Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and develop embedded control software.
• Mentor and lead junior engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional hardware and system engineers.
• Travel up to 10%

Skills

C++

Mentoring

Lead design

Linux development

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree (CS/SE/CE/EE)

Tools

Docker

RabbitMQ

gRPC

Protobuf

Job description

Embedded C++ Software Engineer, Lead

The Opportunity: As a software engineer, you understand the workings behind complex systems. That knowledge is key when it comes to advancing technological status for weapons and combat systems. We’re looking for an engineer who can apply their expertise to research and develop software for an embedded controls project while also mentoring and leading junior engineers, fostering technical growth, promoting best practices, and contributing to the success of the engineering team. At Booz Allen, you’ll use your engineering skills to transform the Navy. Our team supports advanced weapon systems for use in complex environments. That’s why we need an engineer like you who specializes in software development to help us research, design, and develop embedded control systems. You’ll impact the DoW by advancing future state-of-the-art personnel and shipboard defense capabilities. This is a chance to use your engineering skills while gaining experience in Directed Energy, embedded control systems, test and evaluation, and applied research. Take on exciting challenges in our Global Defense Sector with us as we develop defensive capabilities for our nation's warfighters! Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience developing C++ software
• Experience mentoring junior developers
• Experience leading the design and development of integrated hardware or software systems
• Experience across the full development lifecycle, including requirements analysis and development, design, implementation, testing, integration, and deployment
• Experience in designing and extending state machine architecture
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including hardware and system engineers
• Experience developing and debugging software in Linux environments
• Ability to research, evaluate, and adopt new technologies and apply them to project requirements
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Nice If You Have:

• Experience developing software in Rust or Python
• Experience with Agile development methodologies
• Experience with network protocol implementation, interface development, and communication protocols
• Experience with Protocol Buffers (Protobuf), gRPC, and RabbitMQ
• Experience designing or developing safety‑critical systems
• Experience managing versioning and release processes
• Experience developing and utilizing automated test frameworks and tools
• Experience working with Docker and containerized development environments
• Experience working with Directed Energy or RF systems
• Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Benefits

• Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care.
• Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values.
• Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs.
• Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

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Work Model

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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