Embedded Software Engineer C/C++

System One; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 106,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

System One is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer to design, implement and test mission-critical embedded software/firmware for defense and aerospace systems. You will work onsite with an engineering team to develop real-time software using C/C++.

The role requires 4+ years of embedded experience (or 2+ years with a related Master\u2019s), strong RTOS knowledge (VxWorks/Integrity/FreeRTOS), and hands-on debugging with JTAG and oscilloscopes.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant embedded software experience (or 2+ years with a related Master\u2019s).
• Strong C/C++ embedded development experience.
• Experience with real-time OS (VxWorks, Integrity, FreeRTOS).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software (architecture + coding in C/C++).
• Write unit tests and support software quality practices.
• Integrate modules and support system-level integration.
• Build tools/test harnesses for testing and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and debug using embedded debugging tools.
• Work in Agile/DevOps/CI/CD/test automation workflows.
• Collaborate with teammates and communicate progress.
• Mentor junior engineers and improve tools/workflows.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded development

RTOS experience

Hardware debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

JTAG

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer (C/C++)
Location: Huntsville, AL (Onsite)
Type: Contract-to-hire
Compensation: $77-80/HR
Clearance: Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain
Experience: 4+ years (or 2+ with a Master's)

About the role

We're hiring an Embedded Software Engineer to help build and improve mission-critical embedded software/firmware for defense/aerospace, safety-critical systems. You'll work onsite with an engineering team to design, code, test, integrate, and debug real-time embedded software.

What you'll do

• Design and develop embedded software (architecture + hands-on coding in C/C++)
• Write unit tests, participate in peer reviews, and support software quality best practices
• Integrate software modules within subsystems and support broader system integration
• Build tools/test harnesses to help with testing, integration, and maintenance
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues using common embedded debugging tools
• Work in modern engineering workflows (Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, test automation)
• Collaborate closely with teammates and communicate progress clearly
• (Mid-level+) Mentor junior engineers and suggest improvements to tools/workflows

Must-have qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (CS, CE, EE, Software Engineering, Math, etc.)
• 4+ years relevant experience (or 2+ years with a related Master's)
• Strong C/C++ embedded development experience
• Real-time OS experience (e.g., VxWorks, Integrity, FreeRTOS)
• Experience with embedded processors/microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex, RISC-V)
• Experience with embedded debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes)
• Ability to work onsite in Huntsville/North Alabama (or relocate)
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one

Nice-to-have

• Defense/aerospace or other safety-critical embedded experience
• High-speed guided weapons, flight controls, or high-determinism systems exposure
• Docker/Kubernetes familiarity
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) familiarity

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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