Senior Software Engineer

Insight Global; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 215,000; Full time

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401(k)

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer specializing in developing onboard flight software for aircraft. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in Linux application development and strong C++ skills. This mid-senior level role offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 to $215,000 based on experience. The position entails collaboration with multiple engineering teams and a focus on ensuring reliable performance of autonomous systems.

Qualifications

• Strong C++ experience, including STL and large-scale library systems.
• 12+ years of experience in Linux application software development.
• Experience developing on ARM-based platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded Linux applications for autonomous aircraft.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure reliable onboard capabilities.
• Utilize CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and software validation.

Skills

Linux application software development

C++ experience (C++11/17)

Embedded & Systems Development

Docker, containers, and virtual environments

Familiarity with Yocto

Knowledge of ROS concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics

Tools

GitLab

GitHub

CMake

GTest

Job description

This range is provided by Insight Global. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $194,000.00/yr

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Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, Physics, or equivalent experience
• 12+ years of Linux application software development
• Strong C++ experience (C++11/17), including STL and large-scale library systems
• Hands‑on experience with CMake, GTest, and C++ testing frameworks
• Strong knowledge of object‑oriented design patterns
• Proficiency in at least one of: C++, C, or Python
• Embedded & Systems Development
• Experience developing on ARM‑based platforms (e.g., i.MX8, NVIDIA Jetson)
• Familiarity with Yocto; CUDA experience is a plus
• Understanding of real‑time or flight software systems
• Knowledge of ROS concepts and best practices
• Proficient with Docker, containers, and virtual environments
• Experience with GitLab or GitHub CI/CD pipelines is highly desirable

Job Description

A lead defense contractor that specializes in autonomous unmanned systems is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to support development of onboard flight software for their aircraft(s). This role focuses on real‑time, embedded software that runs directly on high‑end onboard systems, providing critical data to both the autopilot and ground control systems. This is not a ground station or traditional application software role — it's core to autonomy and onboard intelligence. This role is paying between ($170,000‑215,000) depending on years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and maintain embedded Linux applications that support autonomous operations onboard aircraft.
• Work with flight development boards that simulate loitering munition avionics systems for software development and testing.
• Write software targeting systems based on NXP i.MX8 or NVIDIA processors (ARM or ARM+CUDA architectures).
>Develop in C++ within a Linux environment; strong emphasis on modern, maintainable C++ code.
• Use tools like GitLab and GitHub to manage version control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing using runners for continuous integration and rigorous software validation.
• Collaborate with autonomy, avionics, and software engineering teams to deliver reliable and efficient onboard capabilities.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Software Development, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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