Embedded Software Engineer: C++ RTOS for Mission-Critical RF

Talentify; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop and test C++ software for real-time RF systems. The role involves hands-on debugging in a lab, working with embedded hardware, and integrating software into defense-grade platforms.

You will participate in the full lifecycle, operate in an Agile environment, and use Jira, Git, and scripting to support build, test, and automation tasks. Onsite work in Chicago, IL is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in software or embedded systems.
• 8+ years of experience in software or embedded systems engineering.
• Strong C++ and object-oriented design skills.
• Experience with Linux and real-time operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain C++ embedded software for real-time RF systems on Linux/RTOS.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle including requirements, architecture, design, and testing.
• Perform hands-on testing and debugging in a lab with hardware platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software into RF and defense systems.
• Apply Agile practices and tools to plan work and manage code.

Skills

C++

Embedded systems

Linux

RTOS

Agile

Jira

Git

Python

Lab testing

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in software/embedded

Tools

Jira

Git

Python

Bash

Job description

Actalent is seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop and test C++ software for real-time RF systems. The role involves hands-on debugging in a lab, working with embedded hardware, and integrating software into defense-grade platforms.

You will participate in the full lifecycle, operate in an Agile environment, and use Jira, Git, and scripting to support build, test, and automation tasks. Onsite work in Chicago, IL is required.