This role pays less than
83%
of similar roles. Most pay
$130,837–$193,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$118k
versus about
$162k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About General Dynamics
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.
General Dynamics currently has
1026 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$124,397–$154,401
across 931 roles with salary data.
Embedded Software Engineer
As an Embedded Software Engineer within the Cyber group, you will join a cross-functional team developing mission-critical, NSA-certified cybersecurity devices. You will work with custom in-house hardware to build products at the intersection of cybersecurity and high-speed data. Your daily responsibilities include translating concepts of operations and requirements into software designs, code, and test plans while managing long development lifecycles and technology refreshes. The role requires expertise in systems programming languages like C/C++ or Rust, as well as experience with real-time embedded software on Linux OS. You will work with heterogeneous computing systems, ARMv8 architecture, serial communication protocols, device drivers, and computer networking. Essential skills include concurrent programming, version control, defect tracking, and scripting. This role focuses on solving complex technical problems to ensure national security through advanced cybersecurity hardware solutions.
What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?
Median $156363 from 88 postings across 17 companies.
C
C++
Rust
Linux
SELinux
ARMv8
Concurrent Programming
Serial Communication
Device Drivers
Computer Networking
Agile
IDE
Version Control
Scripting
Cybersecurity
Encryption