Embedded Software Engineer, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Work type
On-site
Location
Lexington Park, MD
Salary
$112,900–$257,000 / yr
Posted
17 days ago
Closes
Sep 30, 2026

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About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 375 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Embedded Software Engineer, Lead

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As a Lead Embedded Software Engineer at Booz Allen, you will oversee a team responsible for developing mission-critical systems and tools for clients using the latest technologies. Your daily tasks include writing, testing, and optimizing code to support hardware functionality across various devices while ensuring software security in collaboration with cybersecurity specialists. You will also mentor junior engineers and work closely with stakeholders to resolve operational issues through automation optimization. Ideal candidates have over eight years of experience in embedded software development, including expertise in SE Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux, along with a strong background in Agile methodology and automated testing tools. This role demands proficiency in languages such as Java, GoLang, or C/C++ and requires a Secret clearance, though Top Secret clearance is preferred.

Skills

Agile C C++ Java Go SE Linux Red Hat Enterprise Linux

What you'll do

  • Lead the development and optimization of embedded software for diverse hardware platforms.
  • Write and test code using Agile methodology to support complex client projects.
  • Mentor and supervise a team of engineers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity specialists to ensure software security compliance.
  • Configure and optimize solutions based on specific platform requirements.
  • Troubleshoot operational issues and work with stakeholders to resolve them.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of experience in designing and developing embedded software using Agile methodology.
  • Extensive experience (8+) in optimizing code for hardware functionality across various devices.
  • Proficiency in SE Linux and automated testing tools for software development.
  • Experience mentoring and supervising a team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Secret clearance required; Top Secret clearance preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent 10+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.

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