Lead Embedded Flight Software Engineer

Next Matter

Torrance (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Long-term stock incentives
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance
Four weeks of paid time off per year

Job summary

A defense development company is seeking a Lead Flight Software Engineer to drive architecture and technical leadership in embedded software development. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in real-time systems and is proficient in C++ or Rust. Responsibilities include defining system architecture, mentoring engineers, and leading technical initiatives in a fast-paced environment. The role offers long-term stock incentives, comprehensive health insurance, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of professional experience in embedded software or real-time systems.
  • Experience developing software on Linux-based embedded platforms.
  • Proficient in architecting complex systems.

Responsibilities

  • Define system architecture and software design patterns.
  • Mentor engineers and lead technical initiatives.
  • Coordinate cross-functional efforts and ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

C++
Rust
Debugging skills
Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Linux-based embedded platforms
Microcontrollers (ARM, PowerPC, x86)

Job description

A defense development company is seeking a Lead Flight Software Engineer to drive architecture and technical leadership in embedded software development. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in real-time systems and is proficient in C++ or Rust. Responsibilities include defining system architecture, mentoring engineers, and leading technical initiatives in a fast-paced environment. The role offers long-term stock incentives, comprehensive health insurance, and generous paid time off.
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