Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Secret-Clearance Ready

Northrop Grumman Corp.

Palatine Township (IL)

On-site

USD 184,000 - 276,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a Sr. Staff Embedded Software Engineer in Rolling Meadows, IL to design, develop, and maintain embedded software and firmware across complex systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration, lifecycle discipline, and a strong emphasis on security and quality. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in C++ and embedded platforms (Linux or VxWorks), familiarity with Agile/Waterfall, and the ability to work with diverse teams while pursuing continuous

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or similar engineering discipline with extensive engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in C++ and object oriented design.
  • Experience with embedded software on Linux or VxWorks.
  • Familiarity with Agile or Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, operate and maintain embedded software components and firmware.
  • Apply standards and processes through the system development lifecycle with customers and suppliers.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable software.

Skills

C++
Object Oriented Programming
Python scripting
Linux
VxWorks
Version control
Agile
US Citizenship
Security clearance
Embedded Software

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE
Master's degree in CS/CE
PhD in CS/CE
4 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Git/Gitlab/Github/Bitbucket/ClearCase
Rally/Jira

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a Sr. Staff Embedded Software Engineer in Rolling Meadows, IL to design, develop, and maintain embedded software and firmware across complex systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration, lifecycle discipline, and a strong emphasis on security and quality. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in C++ and embedded platforms (Linux or VxWorks), familiarity with Agile/Waterfall, and the ability to work with diverse teams while pursuing continuous

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