Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Technology Service Corporation (TSC)

$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of professional experience in embedded software development.
  • Expertise in C/C++ programming for embedded systems with a focus on performance optimization.
  • Experience with Linux-based embedded systems and network communication.
  • Strong understanding of IP networking and debugging techniques.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership and mentoring capabilities.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and modern software engineering practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development of high-performance embedded software systems.
  • Develop complex real-time C/C++ software for embedded platforms.
  • Guide system integration, prototyping, and evaluation activities across teams.
  • Mentor engineering teams and promote best practices in development.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize requirements.
  • Manage hardware/software integration and performance optimization.
  • Author and review technical documentation and deliverables.

Benefits

  • Employee Ownership (ESOP) that fosters a culture of collective responsibility and success participation.
  • 401k Plan for retirement savings.
  • Flexible Work Schedules for better work-life balance.
  • Tuition Reimbursement for continuing education and professional growth.
  • Co-Sponsored Health Plan to support employees' health and wellness needs.
  • Paid Leave for personal and family time.
Full Job Description

TSC’s Product Solutions (PS) organization is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Aurora, CO to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems development, a passion for problem-solving, and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. This role involves designing, developing, and testing embedded software for RF sensor products and systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical leadership for the design, development, and integration of modular, high-performance embedded software systems.
  • Architect and implement complex real-time C/C++ software solutions for embedded platforms.
  • Lead system integration, prototyping, deployment, and evaluation activities across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Mentor and guide engineering teams, fostering technical growth and best practices in software development.
  • Collaborate with program management, customers, and cross-functional teams to define requirements, establish priorities, and deliver innovative solutions.
  • Oversee hardware/software integration, debugging, and performance optimization.
  • Drive continuous improvement in software development processes, tools, and methodologies.
  • Author and review technical documentation, design artifacts, and customer deliverables.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of professional experience developing embedded software.
    Demonstrated expertise in C/C++ for embedded systems development including concurrency and performance optimization.
  • Extensive experience with Linux-based embedded system development and network communication.
  • Deep understanding of IP networking, protocol implementation, and debugging techniques.
  • Proven track record of technical leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Experience with build management, dependency management, and cross-compilation.
  • Proficient in Git source control, CI/CD workflows, and modern software engineering practices.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with radar, SIGINT, EW, autopilot, PNT/guidance, or unmanned systems.
  • Expertise in microservice architectures, containerization, and virtualization in embedded environments.
  • Advanced knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and Linux kernel-space programming (device drivers, custom BSPs).
  • Experience implementing software safety processes and conducting hazard analyses in accordance with MIL-STD-882E for defense and mission-critical systems.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation and data analysis.
  • Experience leading automated build, test, 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.

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