ABET accredited BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
5 years of relevant technical experience
Strong foundational knowledge of embedded systems and low-level software development
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python, with adaptability to other languages
Experience with various communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, TCP/IP)
Familiarity with reading schematics and understanding digital/analog circuitry
Experience working in Linux environments
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Responsibilities
Contribute to ongoing programs within the Design & Engineering division
Participate in the full software development lifecycle from requirements to troubleshooting
Program microcontrollers and interface with data acquisition systems
Implement communication protocols and develop firmware
Integrate embedded systems with external services or host applications
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams
Convey technical concepts clearly to stakeholders
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a multi-disciplinary engineering team
Engagement in diverse embedded software tasks
Potential for professional growth in a dynamic environment
Access to advanced technologies and tools
Support for obtaining security clearance
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to ongoing programs within the Design & Engineering division and participate across the full software development lifecycle, including requirements interpretation, architecture design, implementation, integration, testing, and system troubleshooting.
This position involves a broad range of embedded software tasks such as microcontroller programming, interfacing with data acquisition (DAQ) systems, implementing communication protocols, and developing firmware as well as integrating embedded systems with external services or host applications. The role requires strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and clearly convey technical concepts to stakeholders.
Required
ABET accredited BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline
5 years of relevant technical experience
Strong foundational knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and low-level software development
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python with the ability to work with additional languages as needed
Experience with communication protocols (e.g., UART, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, Modbus, SPI, I2C, CAN, TCP/IP)
Familiarity with reading schematics and understanding digital/analog circuitry
Experience working in Linux environments
Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Desired
Familiarity with hardware description languages (e.g, Verilog, VHDL)
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop or system-integration test environments
Experience with Git/GitLab, including CI/CD pipelines and SAST/DAST security tooling
Experience working with APIs (e.g., REST, SOAP, gRPC, WebSocket)
Knowledge of working in containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with MATLAB/Simulink
Knowledge of Agile methodologies
About Intuitive Research and Technology Corporation
Intuitive Research and Technology Corporation is a defense and aerospace company that provides engineering, software development, and other technical services to government and commercial customers. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. Intuitive Research and Technology Corporation has more than 1,000 employees and has been recognized for its innovative solutions and commitment to customer satisfaction. The company's services include systems engineering, cybersecurity, and test and evaluation.
