Embedded Software Engineer

Talentify; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Commuter benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for its Trustworthy Systems Initiative in RTP, North Carolina. The role focuses on designing, implementing, testing, and supporting secure software and hardware solutions within the Trustworthy Systems Engineering team.

You will work on embedded firmware, cryptography, and secure development practices, collaborating with colleagues to deliver robust software and validate features across products. The position is hybrid with East Coast hours.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software development and verification experience.
• Experience with embedded or application software development.
• Knowledge of product security and secure development practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and support features and solutions within the Security and Trust Organization (S&TO).
• Develop, support, and consult within the Software Signing initiatives.
• Participate in development, integration, and deployment of reusable software and hardware solutions.
• Implement and test embedded or application software.
• Develop and validate firmware.
• Conduct debugging and testing of software and systems.
• Ensure product security and trustworthiness.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and test code.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Linux (embedded)

Security engineering

Embedded firmware

Cryptography

Testing & debugging

Microcontrollers

Git

Tools

Git

U-Boot

Job description

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

Become a member of Our Trustworthy Systems Initiative. We are looking for an energetic, innovative, and self-starting software engineer to design, implement, test, and support features & solutions within the Security and Trust Organization (S&TO). This initiative seeks to increase product security and trustworthiness across a broad range of products through the development, integration, and deployment of reusable software and hardware solutions. The Software Engineer will work as a team member within the Trustworthy Systems Engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and support features and solutions within the Security and Trust Organization (S&TO).
• Develop, support, and consult within the Software Signing initiatives.
• Participate in the development, integration, and deployment of reusable software and hardware solutions.
• Implement and test embedded software or application software.
• Develop and validate firmware.
• Conduct debugging and testing of software and systems.
• Ensure product security and trustworthiness.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and test code.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in software development and verification.
• Experience in embedded software or application software development.
• Knowledge of product security and secure development practices.
• Understanding of microprocessor architecture and cryptographic algorithms.
• Proficiency in firmware development and debugging.
• Strong skills in C/C++ and Python scripting.
• Experience with Linux development, particularly in embedded applications.
• Familiarity with public cryptography principles and SSL open libraries.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with communication protocols such as SIP.
• Knowledge of proprietary microcontrollers.
• Experience in cryptography is preferred.
• Ability to conduct validating and testing of software.
• Experience with Python scripting is a plus.

Work Environment

This position is based in RTP on the East Coast. You will work in a restricted access building with weekly stand-ups. The role requires adherence to East Coast working hours.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Raleigh,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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