Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Bridgeton, MO (Hybrid) - Ability to Obtain Secret Clearance Engineering

SOC LLC; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 88,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SOC LLC in Bridgeton, Missouri is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and test embedded software for defense programs. You will work on complex military systems, translate requirements into robust software, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Candidates must be a US citizen able to obtain Secret clearance; 5+ years of experience; strong C/C++, embedded hardware, and experience with Linux/Windows and Git. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years professional software development experience.
• Experience with embedded hardware and defense sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for defense products.
• Translate requirements into software designs and solutions.
• Develop code in C, C++, C#, and/or Java.
• Apply object-oriented design principles and core CS concepts.
• Develop and execute unit tests and support integration testing.
• Document software designs, procedures, and results.
• Participate in code reviews with engineers and architects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver compliant solutions.
• Support technical planning including budget and schedule inputs.

Skills

C/C++

Java

Embedded hardware

Linux/Unix

Git

Algorithms

OOP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Linux

Windows

Job description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer needed for an opportunity with SOC's client to work in Bridgeton, Missouri.

Must be US Citizen with the ability to obtain Secret clearance!

Our Client is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of advanced software solutions across multiple U.S. defense programs. The selected engineer will design, develop, test, and document embedded software solutions supporting complex military systems and platforms. This position requires strong software engineering fundamentals, hands-on experience with embedded hardware, and the ability to independently execute technical assignments while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for defense-related products, systems, and subsystems.
• Translate customer requirements and technical specifications into software designs and solutions.
• Develop software code using C, C++, C#, and/or Java.
• Apply object-oriented design principles and core computer science concepts.
• Develop and execute unit tests and support software integration and system-level testing.
• Document software designs, component specifications, test procedures, and technical results.
• Participate in code reviews with software architects, systems engineers, and technical teams.
• Independently execute technical projects and provide guidance to other engineers.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver compliant technical solutions.
• Support technical planning, including budget, cost, and schedule inputs.
• Evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services as required.
• Follow established software development processes, configuration management practices, and quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement of software development and testing processes.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in one or more of C, C++, C#, or Java.
• Practical experience working with embedded hardware.
• Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, computer architecture, and operating systems.
• Experience with object-oriented design and development.
• Familiarity with formal software development processes.
• Experience with Linux/Unix and/or Windows.
• Experience with version control systems; Git preferred.
• Strong technical problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Employment Pre-requisites

The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: Successful completion of a background investigation, and drug urinalysis.

SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.

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Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations, which may have been provided by job boards. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Estimated Min Rate: $88,000

Estimated Max Rate: $125,000

Estimated Min Rate: $87999.10

Estimated Max Rate: $125713.00