Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Real-Time Systems

Draper; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to develop high-performance software for resource-constrained targets, spanning undersea, terrestrial, air, hypersonics, and space domains. You will own substantial portions of the software lifecycle and mentor junior staff in a collaborative, highly skilled team.

The role requires 10–15 years of experience in software engineering for embedded systems, deep knowledge of C/C++ and Rust, and familiarity with OS techniques, JTAG debugging,

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• 10–15 years of software engineering experience in embedded or related fields.
• Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance (Secret preferred).

Responsibilities

• Evaluates requirements and proposes solutions while exploring design options.
• Designs algorithms and develops embedded software for resource-constrained targets.
• Mentors less experienced engineers and documents technical work.
• Drives complex problem resolution with limited direction and validates performance.

Skills

C/C++

Rust

Real-time systems

Embedded systems

Troubleshooting

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering

Tools

JTAG debuggers

In-circuit emulators

Lab/test equipment

Job description

Draper is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to develop high-performance software for resource-constrained targets, spanning undersea, terrestrial, air, hypersonics, and space domains. You will own substantial portions of the software lifecycle and mentor junior staff in a collaborative, highly skilled team.

The role requires 10–15 years of experience in software engineering for embedded systems, deep knowledge of C/C++ and Rust, and familiarity with OS techniques, JTAG debugging,