Senior Embedded Software Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type: On-site
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Salary: $142,696–$158,303 / yr
Posted: 1 day ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 1161 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Embedded Software Engineer

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The Senior Embedded Software Engineer (cleared) joins a cross-functional team within the Secure Voice Products group to develop security software for cutting-edge products. The role involves software design, development, and testing to solve complex technical challenges in a research-oriented environment. Day-to-day responsibilities include low-level development such as device drivers and boot processes, as well as following established software development processes. Key technical requirements include proficiency in C/C++, Rust, and development within a Linux environment. Candidates should possess skills in Git for shared repositories, Agile development, and CI pipelines. Additional competencies include SELinux policy experience, static analysis, and scripting using Python or Perl. This position focuses on creating practical security solutions for national security applications within the defense and scientific arenas.

What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?

Median $156363 from 92 postings across 20 companies.

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Skills

C/C++ Rust Linux Git Embedded Development Agile SELinux Python Perl Static Analysis Software Design

What you'll do

Develop security software for cutting-edge secure voice products.
Design, develop, and test embedded software using C/C++ and Rust.
Perform low-level development including device drivers and boot processes.
Implement and manage SELinux policies for secure system operation.
Manage team development using shared repositories and Git.
Build and maintain CI pipelines and automated testing environments.
Execute static analysis and follow established software development processes.
Write scripts in Python or Perl to support development tasks.

What we're looking for

U.S. citizenship is required.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related STEM field plus 8 years of relevant experience.
Master's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience.
Development on Linux environment (preferred).
Team development using a shared repository, preferably Git (preferred).

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