Staff Embedded Software Engineer – Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman

United States

On-site

USD 153,000 - 229,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Apopka, FL is seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, operate, and maintain software and firmware for defense systems.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with extensive experience in C/C++, Python, Linux or VxWorks RTOS, and a strong background in software architecture, DevOps, and Agile practices. U.S. Citizenship and Secret Clearance are required; occasional travel to support programs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related STEM field.
  • Experience with Object Oriented Programming in C/C++. Java familiarity a plus.
  • Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash).
  • Experience Developing Embedded Software running Linux or VxWorks RTOS.
  • Familiarity with Software architecture and design patterns.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (DevOps).
  • Familiarity with software development methodologies (Waterfall/Agile).
  • Familiarity with version control systems (Git, GitLab, GitHub, Bitbucket, ClearCase) and Agile tools (Rally, Jira).
  • US Citizenship required; ability to obtain/maintain Secret Clearance.
  • Occasional Travel required to support program needs.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, operate, and maintain software and firmware components for engineering applications.
  • Apply standards, processes, and tools across the system development life cycle.
  • Collaborate with customers, suppliers, application users and other technical staff.

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Apopka, FL is seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, operate, and maintain software and firmware for defense systems.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with extensive experience in C/C++, Python, Linux or VxWorks RTOS, and a strong background in software architecture, DevOps, and Agile practices. U.S. Citizenship and Secret Clearance are required; occasional travel to support programs.

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