Embedded Software Application Engineer

Advantage Technical; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 103,956 - 155,934; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Technical is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Application Engineer to design, develop, and maintain embedded software for aerospace systems. You will work on near real-time applications, drivers, and interfaces, collaborating with hardware and software teams to deliver reliable, high‑performance solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 8+ years in embedded development, with strong Rust or C/C++, Linux/RTOS knowledge, and experience with SPI/I2C/UART/CAN/Ethernet.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Strong experience with Rust and/or C/C++ in embedded environments.
• Knowledge of Linux, real‑time or near‑real‑time systems, and hardware communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet).
• Experience with sensors, radios, or mission‑critical applications is highly valued.
• Able to troubleshoot complex software/hardware interactions and deliver production‑quality code.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for near‑real‑time systems.
• Create drivers, hardware interfaces, and control logic for sensors and onboard equipment.
• Collaborate with electrical, systems, and software engineers to deliver high‑performance solutions.
• Contribute to architecture, design, integration, testing, and validation of embedded systems.
• Debug complex issues across hardware and software environments.
• Improve system performance and reliability for mission‑critical aerospace platforms.
• Participate in peer code reviews and promote engineering best practices.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Rust

Linux/RTOS

Hardware protocols SPI I2C UART CAN E

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Embedded Software Application Engineer

Salary: $103,956 - $155,934

Build Mission-Critical Embedded Systems for Aerospace Innovation

Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer who thrives at the intersection of software and hardware? Join a team developing advanced aerospace technologies where your work will directly support high-reliability flight and ground systems operating in demanding real‑world environments.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software applications for near‑real‑time systems.
• Create drivers, hardware interfaces, and control logic for sensors, communications, and onboard equipment.
• Collaborate with electrical, systems, and software engineers to deliver reliable, high‑performance solutions.
• Contribute to embedded system architecture, software design, integration, testing, and validation activities.
• Debug complex issues across hardware and software environments.
• Improve system performance, reliability, maintainability, and operational readiness.
• Participate in peer code reviews and promote engineering best practices.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 8+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Strong experience with Rust and/or C/C++ in embedded environments.
• Knowledge of Linux, real‑time or near‑real‑time systems, and hardware communication protocols including SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, and Ethernet.
• Experience working with sensors, radios, communication systems, or mission‑critical applications is highly preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex software and hardware interactions and deliver production‑quality code.

Why Join Us?

You'll work on challenging engineering projects that demand technical excellence, ownership, and collaboration while contributing to innovative aerospace platforms and next‑generation embedded systems.

Benefits

Please note that benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Example offerings may include medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, HSA/FSA options, and employee assistance programs.

Apply Now

If you're ready to develop cutting‑edge embedded software that powers mission‑critical aerospace systems, apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.

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