Embedded Systems Software Engineer with Secret Clearance

SimVentions; Charlotte Hall (MD); On-site; USD 79,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Family focus

Culture

Dress code

Training opportunities

Employee Appreciation

Job summary

SimVentions is seeking a junior to mid-level software developer with hands-on experience in hardware control systems and device interfaces. A solid foundation in programming principles and a willingness to learn new languages are essential. The role requires an ACTIVE Secret Clearance and US citizenship.

The position supports software design, development, testing, and troubleshooting across hardware and software boundaries, with ~10% travel and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of software development experience.
• Proficiency in C, C++, Python, or Rust (if no C/C++).
• Experience with hardware devices, controllers, sensors, or industrial equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve software/hardware integration issues.
• Learn new languages and technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team collaboration to meet goals and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software interfacing with hardware systems.
• Design, implement, test device communication and control functionality.
• Troubleshoot software, hardware, and integration issues.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical teams for reliable solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and continuous improvement.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Rust

Software design

Hardware interfaces

Debugging

Communication

Education

BS degree in engineering/science/tech

Tools

None

Job description

SimVentions is seeking a junior to mid-level software developer with hands-on experience in hardware control systems and device interfaces. A solid foundation in programming principles and a willingness to learn new languages are essential. The role requires an ACTIVE Secret Clearance and US citizenship.

The position supports software design, development, testing, and troubleshooting across hardware and software boundaries, with ~10% travel and collaboration with cross-functional teams.