Senior Embedded Software Engineer
General Dynamics
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This role pays less than 54% of similar roles. Most pay $142,697–$177,250 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $156k versus about $160k for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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 1377 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $124,093–$150,385 across 1184 roles with salary data.
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The Senior Embedded Software Engineer (cleared) joins a cross-functional team developing airborne computers for mission data processing, cockpit displays, crypto products for aircraft identification, and weapon control systems for precision guided weapons. This role involves building low-level software solutions by digging into hardware specifications and leveraging hardware interfaces. Key responsibilities include software development leadership, planning, and managing the software development life cycle. Candidates must possess expertise in embedded C/C++, Linux, and real-time operating systems like FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or QNX. Required technical skills include experience with device drivers, bootloaders, board support packages, and communication protocols such as UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, and Ethernet. The position also requires familiarity with Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DO-178 compliant software engineering life-cycle experience.
What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?
Median $150424 from 100 postings across 20 companies.
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