Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Technology Service Corporation; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

tuition reimbursement

flexible work schedules

co-sponsored health plan

paid leave

employee ownership (ESOP) retirement plan

Job summary

Technology Service Corporation (TSC) in Aurora, CO is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their engineering team. The role focuses on embedded systems development, requiring a strong background in C/C++ and problem-solving skills. Candidates should have at least 10 years of professional experience and the ability to lead and mentor teams effectively.

TSC offers a stable work environment, competitive salary, and benefits including a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience developing embedded software.
• Demonstrated expertise in C/C++ for embedded systems development.
• Experience with build management and dependency management.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for embedded software systems.
• Architect complex real-time C/C++ software solutions.
• Lead system integration and deployment activities.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams.

Skills

Embedded systems development

C/C++ programming

Performance optimization

Technical leadership

Linux-based development

IP networking

Git source control

Scripting languages

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

Git

CI/CD workflows

Job description

Role Overview

TSC’s Product Solutions (PS) organization is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Aurora, CO to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems development, a passion for problem‑solving, and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. This role involves designing, developing, and testing embedded software for RF sensor products and systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for the design, development, and integration of modular, high‑performance embedded software systems.
• Architect and implement complex real‑time C/C++ software solutions for embedded platforms.
• Lead system integration, prototyping, deployment, and evaluation activities across multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams, fostering technical growth and best practices in software development.
• Collaborate with program management, customers, and cross‑functional teams to define requirements, establish priorities, and deliver innovative solutions.
• Oversee hardware/software integration, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Drive continuous improvement in software development processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Author and review technical documentation, design artifacts, and customer deliverables.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience developing embedded software.
• Demonstrated expertise in C/C++ for embedded systems development including concurrency and performance optimization.
• Extensive experience with Linux‑based embedded system development and network communication.
• Deep understanding of IP networking, protocol implementation, and debugging techniques.
• Proven track record of technical leadership, mentoring, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Experience with build management, dependency management, and cross‑compilation.
• Proficient in Git source control, CI/CD workflows, and modern software engineering practices.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with radar, SIGINT, EW, autopilot, PNT/guidance, or unmanned systems.
• Expertise in microservice architectures, containerization, and virtualization in embedded environments.
• Advanced knowledge of real‑time operating systems (RTOS) and Linux kernel‑space programming (device drivers, custom BSPs).
• Experience implementing software safety processes and conducting hazard analyses in accordance with MIL‑STD‑882E for defense and mission‑critical systems.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation and data analysis.
• Experience leading automated build, test, artifact management, and deployment pipelines.

Benefits

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan, flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, a co‑sponsored health plan, paid leave, and employee ownership (ESOP) retirement plan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.