Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Florida

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in software engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, supporting national security initiatives. As a senior engineer, you'll work on innovative projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to high-quality software solutions. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment, exceptional benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Tuition benefits

Generous leave

Retirement plan

Free transit pass

Fitness center access

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience with a BS, or 8 years' with an MS, or 5 years' with a PhD in relevant fields.
• Proficiency in programming languages and embedded software development.

Responsibilities

• Provide embedded software engineering support at Eglin AFB.
• Collaborate with government programs to develop solutions.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Education

BS in Software Engineering

MS in Computer Science

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

C

C++

Ada

VHDL

Verilog

VxWorks

Job description

**This position within the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) will be physically located at Eglin Air Force Base **

What We Do

Are you a senior engineer who enjoys a challenge? Are you excited about working for an FFRDC focused on areas critical to national security? Do you want to join a collaborative team that helps advance software engineering principles and practices and serves as a national resource in software engineering, AI Engineering, and software security? If so, we want you for our team, where you'll be part of an exciting and impactful culture of collaboration that delivers timely and high-quality results.

The SEI works closely with defense and government organizations, industry, and academia to continually improve software-intensive systems. Our core purpose is to help organizations improve software engineering capabilities and develop or acquire the right software, defect free, within budget and on time, every time.

Position Summary

This position within the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) will be located at Eglin AFB, supporting the Advanced Deterrence group within the Enabling Mission Capability at Scale technical directorate. This group specializes in software architecture, development, and engineering, including evaluating source code and hardware description languages via static, dynamic, and embedded analysis tools for DoD and other government clients. The role involves collaborating with government programs to understand challenges, identify solutions, and guide the implementation of effective practices.

If you are a senior engineer passionate about delivering high-quality, high-demand systems and committed to researching innovative ideas for government, this role is ideal for you.

Key activities include:

1. Providing embedded software engineering support at Eglin AFB.
2. Collaborating with government program offices to identify strengths and weaknesses within acquisition programs and contractor bases, and developing solutions.
3. Understanding customer challenges in continuous software development, integration, or deployment, and proposing tailored solutions.
4. Analyzing cybersecurity approaches, methodologies, tools, and techniques to mitigate risks.
5. Analyzing FPGA hardware and software interfaces described via VHDL or Verilog to ensure compliance with system requirements.
6. Reviewing software test and evaluation techniques and methodologies.
7. Analyzing outputs from static, dynamic, and complexity analysis tools to identify areas for improvement.
8. Assessing contractor tasks, activities, and deliverables, and recommending mitigation strategies.
9. Innovating and codifying new approaches to address engineering challenges.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• BS with 10 years' experience, MS with 8 years', or PhD with 5 years' in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields, with professional experience in software development or verification.
• Willingness to travel to various locations, including within the SEI and sponsor sites, approximately 25% of the time.
• At least 75% of weekly effort onsite at SEI or client facilities.
• Eligibility for a DoD security clearance after background investigation.
• Deep knowledge of software engineering fundamentals, including requirements, architecture, configuration management, testing, assurance coding, and metrics.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Ada, and hardware description languages like VHDL, Verilog.
• Experience with embedded software development using RTOS like VxWorks.
• Excellent communication skills for internal and external presentations.
• Team leadership and participation skills in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of machine learning and AI methods is a plus.

Our benefits include comprehensive health insurance, tuition benefits, generous leave, and a retirement plan, among others.

• Join a world-class organization impacting government software systems.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies and experts.
• Publish research, attend conferences, and pursue professional development.
• Receive an 8% monthly retirement contribution without personal contribution.
• Enjoy tuition benefits for Carnegie Mellon University courses for you and dependents.
• Paid parental and military leave.
• Relocation assistance and more.

Joining CMU offers exceptional benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance, a retirement plan with employer contributions, tuition benefits, paid time off, holidays, and insurance coverage.

Additional perks: free transit pass, Family Concierge Team support, fitness center access, and more.

Explore our Benefits page for details.

We value your experience, education, and unique skills. Your journey with us is about more than just a job—it's about growth and fitting your aspirations.

Interested in this exciting opportunity? Apply today!

Location

Remote

Job Function

Software/Applications Development/Engineering

Position Type

Staff - Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

More Information:

• Visit 'Why Carnegie Mellon' to learn more about joining our innovative organization.
• View our employee benefits listing.
• Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.