Embedded Software Engineer

CohesionForce, Inc.; Huntsville, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CohesionForce, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement software for embedded systems in a DoD environment.

The role requires strong C/C++ experience and collaboration across small to large teams on RTOS-based projects. The candidate must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, be able to work onsite in a restricted area, and hold an active DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or technology with 1–5 years of experience, or a related Master’s degree with <1 year experience.
• Experience developing embedded software in C/C++ on RTOS (VxWorks, Green Hills, etc.).
• Excellent teamwork and communication; ability to work onsite in a closed area; DoD Secret clearance.

Skills

C/C++ development

RTOS

Agile

DoD clearance

Team communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/tech

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer
Reference: 26-032
Job Type: Full-time
Job Status: Interviewing
Date Posted: 10-02-2026
Location: Huntsville
Duration: Permanent
Company Address: CohesionForce, Inc.
Street: 101 Quality Circle
Suite: Suite 140
City: Huntsville, AL 35806
Website: http://www.CohesionForce.com

Job Description:

CohesionForce is actively seeking Embedded Software Engineer candidates to become part of our team in Huntsville, AL.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required and the ideal candidate will have demonstrated success collaborating within small to large scale programs. This candidate will demonstrate a broad skill set that is balanced between interpersonal and technical capabilities. Candidate will have an ability to operate in a team environment and collaborate across the sector business areas as required to accomplish the team goals.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, science, or technology degree with 1-5 years of experience, or a Master’s degree in a related field with less than 1 year of experience.
• Experience developing embedded software solutions in C or C++ within a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) (VxWorks, Greenhills, etc.).
• Excellent team orientation, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with small technical teams.
• Ability to prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish project results.
• Demonstrate adherence to applicable software development processes.
• Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions.
• Agile software development experience.
• Must be willing to work onsite in a closed area.
• Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented, development environment.