Senior Software Engineer

Odyssey Systems; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology provider is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Tampa, FL to support advanced situational awareness programs. You will lead real-time software development and work with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for mission-critical systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in embedded systems, strong proficiency in C/C++, and the ability to obtain secret clearance. This full-time position offers significant opportunities for technical leadership and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience with real-time systems.
• Active Secret clearance is required, ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Deep understanding of real-time constraints and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of real-time software components.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Embedded systems

Real-time operating systems

Debugging tools

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in related engineering discipline

Tools

VxWorks

MATLAB/Simulink

JTAG

Job description

Position Summary

Odyssey Systems is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support advanced situational awareness and multi-domain operations (MDO) programs. This role focuses on the design, analysis, and integration of RF and signal processing systems that enable next‑generation battlefield awareness, electronic warfare, and spectrum management capabilities.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, analysts, and operators to design and deliver systems that integrate data from diverse sensors, communications, and radar systems to provide actionable intelligence and operational advantage. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in RF, signal processing, and spectrum management, along with experience contributing to mission‑critical DoD programs in multi‑domain environments.

This is a full‑time position located at MacDill AFB, FL or Ft. Belvoir, VA.

• Contingent upon contract award***

Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the design and development of real‑time and embedded software components for mission‑critical systems.
• Architect, implement, and optimize software to meet deterministic timing, performance, and reliability requirements.
• Conduct advanced debugging, profiling, and root‑cause analysis on embedded targets and real‑time operating systems (RTOS).
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and test engineering teams to ensure seamless integration across the full system lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, interface definitions, and verification artifacts.
• Participate in and lead technical reviews, providing guidance on best practices and design improvements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety requirements, and certification processes.
• Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers, providing technical leadership and code review oversight.
• Support system bring‑up, hardware/software integration, and fielded system troubleshooting.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes, tooling, and system performance.
• Prepare and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including specifications, test reports, and design artifacts.
• Contingent upon contract award***

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Active Secret (ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly required)

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field

Experience: 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with significant work in real‑time or embedded systems

• Strong proficiency in C and C++ for embedded or low‑level development
• Experience with real‑time operating systems (e.g., VxWorks, QNX, RTEMS, FreeRTOS)
• Deep understanding of real‑time constraints, scheduling, concurrency, and deterministic system behavior
• Experience with hardware/software interfaces, device drivers, or board‑level bring‑up
• Proficiency with debugging tools such as JTAG, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, or embedded trace tools
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Ability to lead technical efforts and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in a related engineering discipline

• Experience with safety‑critical or regulated environments (DO‑178C, ISO 26262, IEC 61508, MIL‑STD)
• Knowledge of networking protocols, communication buses, or distributed real‑time systems
• Experience with modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink), static analysis, or formal methods
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles for embedded systems

Additional Information

Location: Tampa, FL or Fort Belvoir, VA

Travel: As needed

• Contingent upon contract award***

Company Overview

Odyssey Systems is a world‑class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain‑specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.