Embedded Software Engineer

Technology Service Corporation

$70K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • 0-2 years of experience in embedded software development.
  • Proficient in C/C++ for embedded systems, with knowledge of concurrency and memory management.
  • Experience in Linux-based embedded development and network communication.
  • Basic understanding of IP networking and protocol debugging.
  • Familiar with debugging tools for embedded applications like GDB and Valgrind.
  • Experience with build management and CI tools like CMake and Git.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in designing and developing modular, high-performance embedded software.
  • Implement and integrate real-time C/C++ software for various embedded functions.
  • Participate in system integration and prototyping activities.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams during development.
  • Conduct hardware testing and software debugging under supervision.
  • Support data analysis and validation with scripting tools.
  • Help manage software releases and prepare customer deliverables.

Benefits

  • Employee Ownership (ESOP) fostering a culture of shared success.
  • 401k Plan to assist with retirement savings.
  • Flexible Work Schedules for better work-life balance.
  • Tuition Reimbursement to encourage professional development.
  • Co-Sponsored Health Plan and Paid Leave for employee health and well-being.
Full Job Description

TSC’s Product Solutions (PS) division is seeking a Embedded Software Engineer to join our employee-owned team, focusing on the development of our next-generation technology solutions for radar, electronic warfare (EW), and unmanned systems. We are hiring in Aurora, CO; Huntsville, AL

Responsibilities:

·Assist in the design and development of modular, high-performance embedded software.

·Implement and integrate real-time C/C++ software for embedded functions.

·Participate in system integration, prototyping, deployment, and evaluation activities.

·Work collaboratively with senior engineers and cross-functional teams throughout the development lifecycle.

·Conduct hardware testing and software debugging with supervision.

·Support data analysis and validation efforts using scripting tools.

·Help with software release management and preparation of customer deliverables.

Required Qualifications

·Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.

·0-2 years of professional experience developing embedded software.

·Working knowledge of C/C++ for embedded systems, including concurrency and memory management.

·Experience with Linux-based embedded system development and network communication.

·Basic understanding of IP networking fundamentals and protocol implementation/debugging.

·Familiarity with debugging embedded applications (e.g., GDB, Valgrind).

·Experience with build management tools (CMake), dependency management, and cross-compilation.

·Familiarity with Git source control and CI workflows.

·U.S. Citizenship is required.

·Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

These skills will help you hit the ground running in our specialized domain. This is also a roadmap to some of the skills you can gain through this position.

·Exposure to radar, SIGINT, EW, autopilot, PNT/guidance, or unmanned systems.

·Interest in microservice architectures in embedded solutions.

·Familiarity with containerization (Docker) or virtualization in embedded environments.

·Understanding of real-time systems or RTOS integration alongside Linux.

·Familiarity with RF signal chains (mixing, filtering, up/down conversion).

·Scripting experience in Python or Bash.

·Exposure to Linux kernel-space programming (device drivers, custom BSPs).

·Familiarity with automated builds, test execution, artifact management, and deployment pipelines.

TSC Benefits & Application

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

·Employee Ownership (ESOP): As an employee-owned company, every employee contributes to, and benefits from, our success through our ESOP retirement plan. This fosters a culture of collective responsibility, transparency, and long-term commitment.

·Other Benefits: 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, and Paid Leave.

Applying to TSC: Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and drug screening.

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