Senior Embedded Software Engineer Software

Front Door Defense; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Front Door Defense is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Woburn, MA to lead real-time radar software development across DSP processing and system integration. The role requires active SECRET clearance with eligibility for TS, strong C++ (C++17+), embedded Linux, and radar/EO experience.

You will design, implement, test, and lead teams delivering deployable radar software in multi‑function systems.

Qualifications

• Active SECRET security clearance with eligibility to obtain a Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Experience implementing real-time signal processing in software for radar/EO systems.
• 5+ years of C/C++ development; Embedded Linux development experience.
• Experience with radar systems design, development, verification, and data analysis.
• Xilinx MPSoC and/or RFSoC platforms familiarity.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers.
• Equivalent experience considered for degree/experience combinations.

Responsibilities

• Support and/or lead development of DSP-based radar/EW systems.
• Architect, design, and implement embedded software in multi-function, deployable systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to derive system requirements.
• Research and lead new software implementations; refine roadmaps.
• Document solutions and communicate with team, management, and customers.
• Design and implement signal processing and software solutions.
• Perform performance analysis via simulations and real-world testing.
• Prepare design specs, test plans, and reports.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders on project updates.

Skills

C++ (C++17+)

Real-time DSP

Embedded Linux

Radar systems knowledge

Xilinx MPSoC/RFSoC

Leadership/mentoring

Security clearance (SECRET/TS)

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 years

Master's degree + 3 years

PhD + 2 years

Tools

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Job description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Lead real-time embedded radar software development across DSP processing and system integration

Location: Woburn, Massachusetts

Compensation: $138,000 - 180,000 USD / year

About The Role

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Woburn, MA

The Systems Development Division (SDD) delivers technology advantage into users' hands by delivering capabilities focused on end-customer needs that function in operationally relevant environments and timeframes. SDD considers the entire lifecycle of the solution, from conceptualization and architecting, through development, to deployment, while leveraging novel technologies to deliver first-of-a-kind systems. Current efforts include programs for airborne and space RF as well as advanced testing enabled by multi-function, multi-modal capabilities.

SDD is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of real-time processing solutions in software for advanced multi-function Radar systems. You will collaborate with fellow researchers and engineers on multi-disciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions related to exploration and demonstration of Radar and EW/RF convergence. In this role, you will identify and evaluate technical approaches, design and implement digital signal processing architectures, and have the opportunity to lead teams focused on delivering solutions over the complete signal processing chain for radar applications in various operational environments.

You will conduct performance analysis through simulations and real-world testing to validate and optimize the products you create. Additionally, you will support efforts to evaluate current and future capabilities, identify improved applications and techniques, and ultimately recommend solutions. Since the systems SDD develops are deployed in operationally relevant environments, the products you develop need to meet standards of quality, maintainability, and reuse. This position will offer the opportunity for technical leadership, design, analysis, development, testing, and fielding of capabilities.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership skills and contributions in areas such as radar, electronic warfare, digital signal processing, systems engineering, and test & evaluation. This position requires skills in working with multi-disciplinary teams, awareness of relevant technologies, and interest in developing and delivering systems in tight timeframes. Strong interpersonal, communication, and technical skills are required. Applicants are expected to be self-motivated, detail oriented and have a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate.

What You Will Do:

• Support and/or lead development of innovative radar/EW systems through implementation of digital signal processing (DSP)
• Architect, design, direct, and implement cutting-edge embedded software in multi-function, deliverable/deployable systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and/or develop system requirements and specifications
• Research, understand, and lead new embedded software implementations. Identifying new technical approaches and working with leadership to create/refine technology/product roadmaps
• Effectively use tools to create, evaluate, and document solutions and clearly communicate the solution to the team, STR management and customers
• Design and implement signal processing and software solutions
• Conduct performance analysis through simulations and real-world testing to validate and optimize system performance
• Prepare documentation, design specifications, test plans, and reports
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders to convey technical concepts and project updates

Who You Are:

• This position requires an Active SECRET security clearance with eligibility to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by the U.S. Government
• Demonstrated expertise implementing real-time signal processing solutions in C++ (C++17 or later)
• Demonstrated knowledge of accelerated signal processing
• Applicable understanding of and experience with Radar systems and their principles of design, development, requirements verification, test planning, test execution, and data analysis
• Experience with algorithm implementation in software for real time systems, especially radar and/or remote sensing
• Experience with Xilinx MPSoC and/or RFSoC platforms
• Capable of working in a team environment and interacting with team members to ensure effective communication and alignment including mentoring of junior engineers
• Background should include a Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of applicable experience; Master's degree and at least 5 years of applicable experience; or PhD and at least 2 years of applicable experience. Equivalent experience will be considered

Nice To Have:

• Expertise in radar simulation tools (MATLAB)
• Active Top Secret clearance
• Applicable knowledge of target detection
• Applicable domain experience in one or more of the following areas: Electronic Warfare, Antenna Apertures, Sensor Resource Management, Large-Scale Platform Test Systems, Cyber Physical Systems, Open System Architectures (UCI, OMS, COARPS)

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree + 5 years, Master's degree + 3 years, PhD, or equivalent experience
• 5 years of C/C++ development experience
• Embedded Linux development experience

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $138,000 - $180,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.