Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Via Logic LLC; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Job summary

Leidos’ Maritime Systems Division seeks an experienced software engineer skilled in embedded software architecture, design, implementation, and integration of real-time systems. Proficiency in C, C++, and VHDL with knowledge of Linux is required; Rust, Python, and JavaScript are beneficial.

The role covers the full software lifecycle, architecture development for timing-critical migrations, and CI/CD pipeline support, with mentoring responsibilities for junior engineers.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required and a security clearance may be required.
• BS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering with 4+ years of experience, or a Master’s with 2+ years.
• Experience in embedded/real-time software development and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Support all phases of the software development lifecycle for complex systems.
• Design software architectures to migrate timing-critical apps to new hardware.
• Implement software and unit test to meet customer objectives.
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

C

C++

VHDL

Linux

Real-time software development

Communication skills

Business and technical vision

Education

BS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Atlassian toolset

Job description

The Maritime Systems Division of Leidos is seeking an experienced software engineer with experience with embedded software architecture, design, implementation, and integration of real‑time systems. The role also requires knowledge of Linux operating systems and experience with PetaLinux is preferred. The position will be responsible for the modification of existing software as well as the creation of new software. A successful candidate will have experience developing in C, C++, and VHDL. Knowledge of other software languages such as Rust, Python, and JavaScript is beneficial.

The candidate should work well in a collaborative environment, understand Agile development methodologies, and seek to identify and champion both technical and process innovations.

The C4I Prototype is a new product that is rapidly maturing and nearing readiness for deployment. The program provides for deployment, monitoring, and communications of a buoy that includes a software defined radio. The implementation in Rust controls the radio in meeting key mission objectives. Tasking and responsibilities will vary depending on project objectives and may extend to programs beyond the C4I Prototype.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system design, software development, integration and test, documentation, and maintenance, for complex software system/applications.
• Development of software architectures to support migration of timing‑critical applications to new hardware configurations.
• Software implementation and unit testing to meet customer objectives.
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment pipeline support.
• Mentoring of junior engineers.

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• Requires BS degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering and 4+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2+ years of prior relevant experience.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Proven experience in all phases of Software Engineering including requirements, design, code, test and integration.
• Experience with C, C++, VHDL, Linux.
• Real‑time software development experience.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are required for an effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Possess business and technical vision.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.
• Experience using the Atlassian toolset.
• Knowledge of or experience with UML and object‑oriented design.
• Experience with Rust, Python, JavaScript, and PetaLinux.
• Experience with Rhapsody, Model Driven Development, and code generation.
• Experience in Agile development methods, including Scrum.
• Knowledge related to cybersecurity including the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Experience with containerization and microservices.

Original Posting

July 16, 2026

Pay Range

Pay Range $87,100.00 – $157,450.00

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.