Staff Embedded Software Engineer (C/C++, TCP/IP)

Kforce Inc; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Kforce Inc in Marlborough, MA is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to design, develop, and integrate scalable software for high-speed networking systems. You will work on secure software for cybersecurity-focused applications within an agile team, supporting requirements, integration, and product certification, while contributing to CI, automated testing, and ongoing development practices.

Applicants should bring 8+ years in C/C++, strong Linux expertise in embedded contexts,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/CE or related field
• 8+ years of hands-on C/C++ in embedded systems
• 5+ years of experience with network software development
• Strong proficiency in Linux in embedded environments
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP or IPSec
• Knowledge of Rust is a plus

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate scalable embedded software for high-speed networking systems
• Develop secure, reliable software solutions for cybersecurity-focused applications
• Collaborate within an agile, multidisciplinary team to refine requirements, support system integration, and guide product certification
• Contribute to continuous integration, automated testing, and ongoing software development processes

Skills

C/C++ programming

Linux (embedded)

Networking protocols

Embedded systems

Rust (plus)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate scalable embedded software for high-speed networking systems
• Develop secure, reliable software solutions for cybersecurity-focused applications
• Collaborate within an agile, multidisciplinary team to refine requirements, support system integration, and guide product certification
• Contribute to continuous integration, automated testing, and ongoing software development processes

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of hands-on C/C++ programming experience in embedded systems development
• 5+ years of experience with network software development
• Strong proficiency in Linux operating systems, particularly in embedded environments
• Solid understanding of networking protocols such as TCP/IP or IPSec
• Knowledge of Rust programming language a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.