Entry-Level Embedded Software Engineer – SoC/Real-Time

MITRE; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE is seeking entry‑level candidates to join our Electronic System Development and Embedded Security team in Bedford, MA. You will design and implement embedded software on SoC or similar platforms for government sponsors, focusing on real-time sensor and communication systems, and rapid prototyping.

You will collaborate on cross‑disciplinary projects with bright engineers, gaining hands‑on experience in DSP concepts, low‑level hardware interfaces, and secure software practices within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Typically requires less than 1 year of related experience with related education or equivalent.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in C and/or C++ programming languages.
• Familiarity with good software development practices (Design, Implementation, Testing, Documentation, Debugging).
• Understanding of embedded systems and hardware/software interaction.
• Minimum four days onsite per week at Bedford, MA.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work on cross-disciplinary teams on projects of national importance.
• Real-time communication and sensor systems leveraging state‑of‑the‑art processors, FPGA/SoC tech, and SDR platforms.
• Develop architectures for high-throughput signal processing.
• Design and implement embedded solutions for government sponsors.
• Support ongoing education and professional growth within the team.
• Contribute to diverse projects and maintain a culture of innovation.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering / Computer Science / Electrical Engineering

MS degree in relevant field

Tools

Git

Make

CMake

Job description

MITRE is seeking entry‑level candidates to join our Electronic System Development and Embedded Security team in Bedford, MA. You will design and implement embedded software on SoC or similar platforms for government sponsors, focusing on real-time sensor and communication systems, and rapid prototyping.

You will collaborate on cross‑disciplinary projects with bright engineers, gaining hands‑on experience in DSP concepts, low‑level hardware interfaces, and secure software practices within a