Senior Embedded Software Engineer: Autonomy & Defense

Castelion Corporation; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Castelion is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer in Torrance, CA to design, develop, test, and deploy software for flight systems. You will work across hardware and software domains, implementing robust features and debugging complex systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ownership of major projects, and ongoing process improvement. A strong background in C++, Python, or Rust on Linux platforms is essential, with 7+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE or related STEM field.
• 7+ years of professional embedded software experience.
• Experience with C++, Python, or Rust and Linux-based development.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement autonomous software systems for flight-related applications.
• Manage full software lifecycle from design to deployment for mission-critical systems.
• Test, debug, and validate software with hardware-in-the-loop and simulation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on hypersonic missile capabilities.
• Lead major projects and occasionally travel to launch and customer sites.
• Improve software standards and practices within the team.

Skills

C++

Python

Rust

Linux

Embedded systems

Algorithms

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE

Job description

Castelion is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer in Torrance, CA to design, develop, test, and deploy software for flight systems. You will work across hardware and software domains, implementing robust features and debugging complex systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ownership of major projects, and ongoing process improvement. A strong background in C++, Python, or Rust on Linux platforms is essential, with 7+ years of relevant experience.