SEI is seeking an experienced real-time embedded engineer to join their team as a senior-level professional, focusing on developing and analyzing safety-critical embedded software for government systems. This role involves working with bare-metal embedded systems, RTOSes like VxWorks or Integrity, FPGAs, and embedded Linux, where you will design tools and processes to solve complex software challenges. Key responsibilities include applying static analysis and dynamic testing to identify security vulnerabilities and poor engineering practices, while also conducting research and presenting findings at knowledge-sharing events. The ideal candidate has a strong background in C, C++, VHDL, Verilog, Python, or similar languages, along with experience in FPGA development, heterogeneous computing boards, and common embedded interfaces such as I2C, CAN, SPI, RS-232, and RS-422. Additionally, familiarity with the Department of War Systems Engineering lifecycle is essential.
Skills
C
C++
Python
Java
Go
Rust
Ada
VHDL
Verilog
MATLAB
FPGAs
heterogenous computing boards
RTOSes
I2C
CAN
SPI
RS-232
RS-422
static analysis
dynamic testing
complexity analysis
What you'll do
Design and develop embedded software tools to analyze, test, and evaluate existing safety-critical systems.
Apply systems engineering knowledge to identify weaknesses in embedded functionality across multiple abstraction levels.
Utilize static analysis and dynamic testing tools to uncover security vulnerabilities and poor engineering practices.
Conduct research and present findings on enhancing software development processes for robustness and reliability.
Collaborate on initiatives to foster comprehensive understanding of system-of-systems integration and performance.
What we're looking for
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field with 8 years of experience; Master’s degree with 5 years; PhD with 2 years.
Proficient in C, C++, VHDL, Verilog, Python, and other relevant programming languages.
Experience building, analyzing, debugging bare-metal systems and working with RTOSes like VxWorks or Integrity.
Familiarity with FPGAs, heterogenous computing boards, and common embedded interfaces (I2C, CAN, SPI).
Developed performance tests for embedded software and interpreted results to improve system reliability.
Strong communication skills to convey complex engineering challenges to stakeholders effectively.
Willingness to work onsite at SEI or customer facility 100% of the time and travel up to 25%.
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About Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University is a leading private research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, internationally recognized for programs in computer science, engineering, business, the arts, and artificial intelligence. Industry: Higher Education & Research
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