Principal Embedded RF Systems Architect (Top Secret)

STR; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 219,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

STR is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Architect to define and lead the embedded software architecture for advanced RF systems in Woburn, MA. You will work hands-on in C/C++ and embedded Linux while providing technical leadership across FPGA, RF, and hardware teams.

Own the embedded software stack, drive system bring-up, integration and test, ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability in operational environments. A Top Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in embedded C/C++ for real‑time, resource‑constrained systems and embedded Linux.
• Hands‑on debugging with tools such as JTAG, logic analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Experience architecting and integrating complex embedded systems involving MPSoCs/SoCs, FPGAs, and high‑speed data interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead development of embedded software for MPSoC‑based RF systems (e.g., SDR, digital receivers/exciters, radar subsystems).
• Define hardware/software partitions and interfaces; develop production‑quality C/C++ and embedded Linux software (drivers, BSPs, kernel interfaces).
• Bring up new boards/platforms in collaboration with FPGA, RF, and hardware teams; manage high‑speed ADCs/DACs, JESD links, and timing devices.
• Design and optimize data acquisition and streaming paths between FPGAs and processors with deterministic latency and high throughput.
• Lead system‑level integration and test; perform performance analysis, troubleshooting, and risk mitigation; maintain architecture docs and ICDs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to embedded and firmware engineers; lead design reviews and set development standards.

Skills

embedded C/C++

embedded Linux

JTAG debugging

MPSoC/SoC

real-time systems

Education

BS or MS in CS/EE

Tools

Vivado

Vitis

PetaLinux

Yocto/Buildroot

Job description

STR is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Architect to define and lead the embedded software architecture for advanced RF systems in Woburn, MA. You will work hands-on in C/C++ and embedded Linux while providing technical leadership across FPGA, RF, and hardware teams.

Own the embedded software stack, drive system bring-up, integration and test, ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability in operational environments. A Top Secret clearance is required.