Software Engineer I

Tractor Supply; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Flexible work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Co-Sponsored health plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Falcata seeks an Embedded Software Engineer to join the Huntsville, AL team. You will develop embedded Linux software for RF sensor products, participate in integration and testing, and work under senior engineers to implement robust, secure solutions.

The role emphasizes C/C++ development, scripting for automation, and collaboration across hardware, FPGA, and systems teams. U.S. citizenship and DoD clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 0–2 years of professional software development experience; internships or co-ops count.
• Experience with C or C++ coursework or projects.
• Fundamental software development principles, data structures, algorithms, debugging, version control.
• Ability to read and understand technical docs, requirements, interfaces.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication; teamwork in multidisciplinary engineering.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, integration, verification, and testing of embedded Linux software.
• Develop and maintain C/C++ software for embedded platforms.
• Assist with software interfaces for hardware devices, sensors, networking, protocols.
• Develop Python/Bash scripts to support testing, automation, data processing, workflows.
• Participate in software integration, system bring-up, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• Analyze defects and system issues; assist with corrective actions.
• Contribute to code reviews, design reviews, requirements analysis, planning.
• Maintain software documentation, test procedures, and development records.
• Execute unit and integration tests; use CI/CD processes.

Skills

C/C++

Analytical thinking

Debugging

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

US citizenship

Read technical docs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / related field

Tools

Git

Linux

Embedded Linux

IDE tools

RTOS

Job description

Falcata's Product Solutions organization is seeking a Embedded Software Engineer to join our engineering team in Huntsville, AL . The ideal candidate will have an interest in embedded systems, embedded Linux, real-time software, or hardware-software integration. Under the guidance of experienced engineers, this role will support the design, development, integration, testing, and documentation of embedded software for RF sensor products and systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Zero to two years of professional software development experience. Relevant internships, academic projects, research, or co-op experience may be considered.
• Coursework or project experience using C or C++.
• Fundamental understanding of software development principles, including data structures, algorithms, debugging, and version control.
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation, software requirements, and interface specifications.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing software in C++ for Linux or embedded platforms.
• Experience with Python or Bash scripting for automation, testing, data processing, or engineering tools.
• Experience using Git or another version-control system.
• Familiarity with Linux command-line tools and development environments.
• Familiarity with multithreaded programming, process communication, or networking concepts.
• Experience interfacing software with serial devices, Ethernet, sensors, or other hardware.
• Familiarity with automated build systems, continuous integration, or software configuration management.
• Experience with unit testing, automated testing, or test-driven development.
• Experience with software development for defense, aerospace, unmanned systems, robotics, RF systems, electronic warfare, signals intelligence (SIGINT), guidance, navigation, or autonomous platforms.
• Familiarity with FPGA-based systems, hardware-in-the-loop testing, simulation environments, or real-time systems.
• An active U.S. Department of Defense Secret or Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, integration, verification, and testing of embedded Linux software systems.
• Implement software components under the direction of senior engineers and software leads.
• Develop and maintain C or C++ software for embedded platforms.
• Assist with the development of software interfaces for hardware devices, sensors, networking components, and communication protocols.
• Develop Python- and Bash-based scripts and utilities to support testing, automation, data processing, and engineering workflows.
• Participate in software integration, system bring-up, debugging, and troubleshooting activities.
• Analyze software defects and system-level issues, identify potential causes, and assist with implementing corrective actions.
• Participate in code reviews, design reviews, requirements analysis, and technical planning.
• Write and maintain software documentation, interface descriptions, test procedures, and development records.
• Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and other software verification activities.
• Use version-control systems, automated build tools, and continuous integration processes in accordance with established development practices.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, FPGA, algorithm, and test engineers to support system-level capabilities.
• Learn and apply software engineering best practices related to code quality, maintainability, modularity, reliability, and security.
• Communicate technical progress, status, risks, and issues to the project team.
• Support continuous improvement of development processes, automated testing, build systems, and continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines.

Falcata's Benefits and Application Information

• Falcata offers a stable work environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Shared Ownership: This fosters a culture of collective responsibility, transparency, and long-term commitment.
• Other Benefits: 401(k) plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, and Paid Leave.

Employment at Falcata is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and drug screening.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals wit