Embedded Software Engineer - Active Clearance

Active Clearance is REQUIRED.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Secure Network Systems (SNS) - Client's Government in Carlsbad, CA, as an Embedded Software Engineer. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing software for encrypted communication systems, including Layer 2 and Layer 3 In-line Network Encryptors, embedded cryptographic devices, and emerging cryptographic solutions. Join us in a vibrant location known for its beautiful beaches and innovative tech community, where you will work closely with system, test, and hardware engineers to bring new capabilities to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software in Rust and C/C++.
• Utilize Linux OS in an embedded environment.
• Work with TCP/IP and common network configurations.
• Participate in Agile Scrum development.
• Plan, track, and report on project progress.
• Engage in CI/CD software development.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Develop familiarity with bare metal embedded device drivers.
• Work with microprocessors and embedded processors (NIOS, ARM, RISC-V, etc.).
• Implement networking protocols (e.g., IPSec, MACsec, TLS, etc.).
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Contribute to the development, testing, and certification of Next Generation Encryptor (NGE) encryptors to protect government networks.
• Work autonomously with little instruction to solve well-defined problems.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C++.
• At least 1 year of Linux OS use, ideally in an embedded environment.
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP.
• Experience in object-oriented software development.
• Ability to plan, track, and report on progress.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• US citizenship and an active SECRET or TOP SECRET security clearance is required.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Preferred Experience

• Agile Scrum development experience.
• Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications.
• Experience with bare metal embedded device drivers.
• Experience with microprocessors and embedded processors (NIOS, ARM, RISC-V, etc.).
• Experience with RESTConf interface design and implementation.
• Experience with Emulation Environments.
• Experience with networking protocols (e.g., IPSec, MACsec, TLS, etc.).
• Experience with Python.
• Familiarity with standalone embedded applications.
• Experience participating in multi-disciplinary teams.

This is an onsite role in Carlsbad, CA.