Senior Software Engineer – Embedded Defense Systems

NTA, INC.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Employee Coverage

Disability/Life Insurance

401(k) with Matching

Financial Advising

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off: holidays, parental,vac,

Vision Coverage

Flexible Work Schedules

Professional Development

Educational Assistance

Job summary

NTA, Inc. seeks a Senior Software & Computer Engineer in Huntsville, AL to lead software design and integration across embedded and real-time environments.

You will mentor engineers, review code, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance software for missile and aviation systems. The role emphasizes C/C++ and Python development, software architecture mastery, and strong communication with customers and hardware teams.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree required (B.S. or M.S.) in software/computer/electrical engineering or computer science.
• 10+ years of experience in relevant fields.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python; strong software architecture understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of software applications and systems for missile and aviation platforms.
• Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and provide feedback to ensure quality and scalability.
• Troubleshoot complex issues; ensure software integrates with hardware and maintains performance and security.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Software architecture

Git

Communication

Hardware integration

Leadership/Mentoring

Linux (Red Hat)

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's or Master's in Software/Computer/Electrical Eng or Computer Science

Tools

Linux (Red Hat)

Job description

NTA, Inc. seeks a Senior Software & Computer Engineer in Huntsville, AL to lead software design and integration across embedded and real-time environments.

You will mentor engineers, review code, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance software for missile and aviation systems. The role emphasizes C/C++ and Python development, software architecture mastery, and strong communication with customers and hardware teams.