Software Engineer (Embedded Systems & Vulnerability Research)

Battelle; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 76,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan with 5%

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Battelle, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, seeks Software Engineers to design, develop, analyze, and secure embedded systems. Roles involve low-level development, vulnerability research, and secure software practices across mission-critical environments.

Ideal candidates will master C/C++ and Python, with embedded systems experience, and be able to contribute across the full software lifecycle from architecture to deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field.
• Strong programming in C, C++, and Python.
• Embedded systems development experience.
• Linux-based OS familiarity.
• Debugging, troubleshooting and testing knowledge.
• Git source control experience.
• US security clearance ability; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software for embedded and edge platforms.
• Develop primarily in C, C++, and Python.
• Analyze firmware, OS, and embedded applications.
• Support vulnerability research including identification and documentation of weaknesses.
• Develop tools, automation scripts, and PoC capabilities.
• Debug and perform root-cause analysis of software and system issues.
• Support integration and testing across hardware and software environments.
• Contribute to secure software development practices and code reviews.
• Document technical findings and engineering processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Education

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

Tools

Git

Job description

“From Silicon to Systems” – We are an elite, multi-disciplinary team, bringing together the brightest minds from physics, computer science, electrical engineering, and mathematics to develop unique embedded security solutions for government and industrial customers. Battelle has been trusted by government clients to solve some of the world’s hardest security problems. We work in small agile teams to push the bounds of computing technology. Our high-powered labs include specialized software and hardware, so our engineers have everything they need to invent new Cyber solutions.

As a Software Engineer, you will spend your day designing, coding, and testing software. Our projects are non-standard, highly customized, and will push you to new levels as a software developer. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the software development life cycle with a focus on innovation and supporting cutting-edge R&D efforts.

Job Summary

Battelle is seeking Software Engineers at multiple career levels to support the design, development, analysis, and security assessment of embedded systems. These roles combine software engineering, low-level system development, reverse engineering, vulnerability research, and secure software practices across mission-critical environments.

The ideal candidate possesses strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python, experience developing or analyzing embedded systems, and an interest in identifying and understanding software vulnerabilities. Candidates may contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from architecture and implementation to testing, debugging, security analysis, and operational deployment.

These position may be based out of either Battelle offices in Columbus, Ohio or Chantilly,VA.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications for embedded and edge computing platforms.
• Develop software primarily using C, C++, and Python.
• Analyze firmware, operating systems, and embedded applications.
• Support vulnerability research efforts including identification, analysis, reproduction, and documentation of software weaknesses.
• Develop tools, automation scripts, and proof-of-concept capabilities.
• Perform debugging and root cause analysis of software and system issues.
• Support integration and testing activities across hardware and software environments.
• Contribute to secure software development practices and code reviews.
• Document technical findings, software designs, and engineering processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering, cybersecurity, and research teams.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field; or equivalent experience.
• Strong programming experience in: C, C++, Python
• Experience with:
  • Embedded systems development
  • Linux-based operating systems
  • Software debugging and troubleshooting
  • Source code management tools (Git)
  • Software testing methodologies
• Strong curiosity about how systems work internally.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Compensation Data

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This job posting is targeting multiple positions with various levels of experience across multiple locations. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications, and salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions. See below for estimated ranges:

• Columbus, OH - $75,500 (Early Career) to $175,000 (Senior)
• Chantilly, VA - $105,000 (Early Career) to $220,000 (Senior)

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world‑class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers