Hybrid Embedded Software Engineer: C/C++, Linux

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Germantown (MD); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Developers Inc. is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Germantown, MD. The role focuses on writing C/C++ for microcontrollers and processors, bringing up hardware, and integrating software with Linux systems.

You will work closely with hardware engineers in a hands-on lab setting. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in embedded software, strong C/C++ skills, Linux experience, and comfort with board bring-up and hardware interaction.

Qualifications

• Embedded C/C++ proficiency for microcontrollers/microprocessors.
• Experience with board bring-up and hardware integration.
• Strong Linux experience and familiarity with kernel modules is valuable.
• Experience with PCIe-based hardware is a plus.
• Hands-on lab debugging and hardware/software integration experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, debug, and test embedded software in C/C++.
• Develop software for microcontrollers, microprocessors, and other hardware platforms.
• Work directly with engineering boards during bring-up, integration, testing, and debugging.
• Develop software interfacing with Linux-based host systems.
• Collaborate with hardware/FPGA teams to integrate software with board-level functionality.
• Support lab testing with oscilloscopes, analyzers, and test equipment.
• Assist with manufacturing, validation, and system-level testing.
• Work hands-on with servers, lab equipment, and boards as needed.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools while ensuring code quality.
• Contribute to technical planning within a small engineering team.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Microcontrollers/Processors

Board Bring-Up

Hardware/Software Integration

Linux

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

Verilog / VHDL knowledge

PCIe knowledge

Oscilloscope / Logic Analyzer

Job description

Career Developers Inc. is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Germantown, MD. The role focuses on writing C/C++ for microcontrollers and processors, bringing up hardware, and integrating software with Linux systems.

You will work closely with hardware engineers in a hands-on lab setting. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in embedded software, strong C/C++ skills, Linux experience, and comfort with board bring-up and hardware interaction.