Senior Embedded Software Engineer: Real-Time Systems

Refactor Talent; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Refactor Talent, on behalf of a leading defense and aerospace organization, seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer for a full-time onsite role in Santa Barbara, CA. You will join a team developing mission-critical embedded software for advanced electro-mechanical and weapon systems.

The role requires 5+ years in embedded development, strong C and RTOS skills, experience with embedded protocols, and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong proficiency in C and real-time operating systems.
• Experience with embedded communication protocols.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate real-time embedded software solutions
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and integration teams to deliver high-performance systems
• Debug and enhance existing embedded applications
• Support system integration and field deployment activities
• Produce technical documentation aligned with program requirements

Skills

C

RTOS

Embedded systems

Embedded protocols

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Refactor Talent, on behalf of a leading defense and aerospace organization, seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer for a full-time onsite role in Santa Barbara, CA. You will join a team developing mission-critical embedded software for advanced electro-mechanical and weapon systems.

The role requires 5+ years in embedded development, strong C and RTOS skills, experience with embedded protocols, and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.