Tactical Embedded Software Engineer (C/C++)

Apogee Research, LLC

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 265,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Apogee Research seeks Embedded Software Engineers to lead development of capabilities for DoD systems, focusing on tactical edge software in C and C++. The role involves hands-on design, debugging, and testing across varied architectures, with limited travel for exercises.

Arlington, VA, full-time in-person work and DoD Top Secret clearance or eligibility strongly preferred. Qualified candidates should demonstrate extensive low-level software experience, proficiency in C and C++, and familiarity

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience building low-level software that runs reliably in various environments.
  • High proficiency in C and C++.
  • Theoretical and practical knowledge of buffers, transports, schedulers, and similar low-level constructs.
  • Knowledge of signal processing techniques (Nyquist, convolutions, Fourier transforms) is a plus.
  • Understanding of ruggedized hardware and software-defined radios is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Hands-on design and development of low-level software for tactical systems across multiple architectures and POSIX OSs.
  • Debugging cyber-physical systems with deep software and hardware insights.
  • Supporting demonstrations and testing in lab and field events.
  • Learning new technologies and developing new approaches as needed.
  • Collaborating in cross-disciplinary teams to solve hard problems.

Skills

C
C++
Low-level software

Job description

Apogee Research seeks Embedded Software Engineers to lead development of capabilities for DoD systems, focusing on tactical edge software in C and C++. The role involves hands-on design, debugging, and testing across varied architectures, with limited travel for exercises.

Arlington, VA, full-time in-person work and DoD Top Secret clearance or eligibility strongly preferred. Qualified candidates should demonstrate extensive low-level software experience, proficiency in C and C++, and familiarity

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