Embedded Software Engineer

Altentechnologyusa; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Lafayette, Colorado. You'll develop and maintain embedded platform software and collaborate within a dynamic team focused on critical engineering challenges.

This position demands strong skills in embedded software development on a Linux platform and C++ programming. This role offers a competitive salary range of $110K–$145K, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in embedded software development on a Linux platform.
• C++ programming expertise required.
• Ability to collaborate in a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded platform software.
• Create and support embedded Linux distributions.
• Establish CI/CD pipelines integrated with security automation tools.

Skills

Embedded software development on a Linux platform

C++ programming

CI/CD pipelines and build systems

Debugging and problem-solving

Tools

Yocto-based Embedded Linux

Docker

Atlassian tools (Bitbucket, Jira, Bamboo, Confluence)

GitHub/Gitlab

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life‑saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

As an Embedded Software Engineer you will be responsible for:

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded platform software and build infrastructure
• Create and support embedded Linux distributions
• Create CI/CD pipelines integrated with security automation tools

Technologies & Tools

• AMD Zynq and Zynq UltraScale+ SoCs
• Yocto‑based Embedded Linux
• Embedded hypervisors and Linux device drivers
• Custom build systems and CI/CD pipelines
• Docker and Artifactory
• Python, Bash, and GNU Make
• Atlassian tools (Bitbucket, Jira, Bamboo, Confluence) and GitHub/Gitlab
• Networking security and secure boot technologies

Qualifications

• Strong experience in embedded software development on a Linux platform
• C++ programming expertise
• Experience working in regulated industries
• Experience with build systems, and CI/CD pipelines
• Ability to collaborate in a cross‑functional team with hardware, application, and product management stakeholders
• Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills
• Must be able to be fully on‑site in Lafayette, CO

Salary Range

$110K–$145K (actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job‑related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.