Junior Software Engineer - Embedded Systems (C/C++, Python)

AV; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 84,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, based in California, is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to design, develop, and analyze low-level software and embedded systems across Windows and Unix. You will work with modern DevOps practices, CI pipelines, and build software drivers, process signals, and evaluate operating system architectures to support critical mission requirements.

This is ideal for an entry- to mid-level engineer looking to deepen skills in C, C++, and Python within a high-impact cyber context.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 0–4 years of experience developing applications for Windows and Unix-based systems.
• Proficiency in C, C++, and Python (experience with C# or Java is a plus).
• Hands-on experience with deployment/build tools such as Artifactory, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, and Packer.
• Exposure to CI/CD workflows using Jenkins or Bamboo.

Responsibilities

• Develop software drivers, desktop applications, and client/server applications for Windows and Unix platforms.
• Design and implement low-level embedded software using C, C++, and Python.
• Analyze operating systems, computer hardware architectures, and interfaces for signal processing and system evaluation.
• Collaborate on DevOps processes by building and deploying infrastructure technologies.
• Support CI/CD pipelines to ensure automated testing, integration, and deployment of software releases.

Skills

C

C++

Python

TS/SCI clearance

Education

BS in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Information Technology

Tools

Artifactory

Docker

Terraform

Ansible

Packer

Jenkins

Bamboo

Job description

AeroVironment, based in California, is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to design, develop, and analyze low-level software and embedded systems across Windows and Unix. You will work with modern DevOps practices, CI pipelines, and build software drivers, process signals, and evaluate operating system architectures to support critical mission requirements.

This is ideal for an entry- to mid-level engineer looking to deepen skills in C, C++, and Python within a high-impact cyber context.