Software Engineer

Actalent; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Melbourne, FL. You will design, implement, and test embedded software for mission-critical systems, collaborating with hardware and systems teams to ensure robust, real-time performance.

Responsibilities include developing for embedded Linux/RTOS, integrating with hardware, and supporting automated testing and device drivers. Onsite role with a 9/80 schedule and security-clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 3+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Strong C programming skills.
• Proficient in Python.
• Experience with embedded Linux/RTOS/bare-metal environments.
• Experience integrating software with hardware platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug embedded software using C and Python.
• Develop software for embedded Linux, RTOS, and bare-metal environments.
• Integrate software with custom hardware and microcontroller-based systems.
• Perform hardware/software integration, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Create and execute test plans, automated test scripts, and validation procedures.
• Develop device drivers and communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet).
• Participate in software architecture and code reviews; support CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

C programming

Python

Embedded systems

Hardware integration

Debugging tools

RTOS

Education

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

Tools

Embedded Linux

RTOS

Bare-metal

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer

Greenville, SC OR Melbourne, FL | Full-Time | Onsite | 9/80 Schedule

Join a growing engineering team developing mission-critical embedded systems for advanced defense and aerospace applications. This role offers hands-on involvement throughout the entire product lifecycle, including software architecture, embedded C development, hardware integration, testing, and system validation.

You'll work directly with embedded processors, real-time systems, custom hardware, and electronic test equipment while collaborating closely with electrical, FPGA, and systems engineers to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions.

If you enjoy working at the hardware/software boundary and seeing your code operate on real-world systems, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug embedded software using C and Python


• Develop software for embedded Linux, RTOS, and bare-metal environments


• Integrate software with custom electronic hardware and microcontroller-based systems


• Perform hardware/software integration, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis


• Create and execute test plans, automated test scripts, and validation procedures


• Develop device drivers and communication interfaces including UART, SPI, I2C, and Ethernet


• Participate in software architecture reviews, design reviews, and code reviews


• Support CI/CD pipelines and automated testing environments


• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers to deliver robust solutions


• Support customer demonstrations, technical presentations, and proposal activities

Required Qualifications

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


• 3+ years of embedded software development experience


• Strong C programming experience


• Working knowledge of Python


• Experience with embedded Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal systems


• Experience integrating software with hardware platforms


• Experience debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and laboratory test equipment


• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melbourne, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $80.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision


• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital


• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available


• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)


• Short and long-term disability


• Health Spending Account (HSA)


• Transportation benefits


• Employee Assistance Program


• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.