Embedded Software Engineer

What you'll do

• Provide on-site embedded software engineering support and technical advice to customers.
• Analyze software architecture for functional and non-functional quality attributes using disciplined methods.
• Evaluate modern software development techniques like DevSecOps to meet stakeholder expectations.
• Apply cybersecurity methodologies and tools to prevent risks and mitigate emerging issues.
• Analyze FPGA hardware and software interface specifications described via VHDL or Verilog.
• Use static, dynamic, and complexity analysis tools to identify software weaknesses and refactoring needs.
• Assess software contractor tasks, deliverables, and risks to recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Analyze software test and evaluation methodologies to ensure system requirements are met.

What we're looking for

• BS with 8 years, MS with 5 years, or PhD with 2 years of experience in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional experience as a software developer, software engineer, or verification engineer in a collaborative team environment.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
• Proficiency in software development languages such as C, C++, Ada, and/or firmware languages like VHDL or Verilog.
• Experience developing or analyzing embedded software built using modern Real Time Operating Systems like VxWorks.
• Familiarity with embedded software and/or firmware safety standards such as MIL-STD-882E, DO-178C, or DO-254.
• Understanding of the DoD Systems Engineering lifecycle and the use of Digital Engineering capabilities.