Senior Embedded Software Engineer
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Los Angeles, CA · Posted October 23, 2026
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About the job
THE OPPORTUNITY
Our client is seeking a full-time Senior Embedded Software Engineer reporting to the Director of Software Engineering on the Software Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will participate in the development of The Clients radios and advanced research projects. This is an opportunity to work on all aspects of the system including device drivers, networking functions and services, encryption, and security features. This position is on a hybrid schedule, a minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Implementation of software portion of MAC (Medium Access Control) and mobile ad-hoc networking routing protocols.
· Network management software and web interface implementation.
· Implementation of different security protocols and encryption algorithms.
· Audio streaming and push to talk voice application implementation.
· Analyze and improve product security and robustness to meet certain regulatory requirements such as NIST FIPS 140-3 and NIAP Common Criteria.
· Implementation of testing software for product performance and reliability testing.
· Device driver and board support package development and maintenance for both ARM and RISC-V based systems.
· Linux system customization and scripting.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or relevant fields.
· 5+ years of relevant embedded system software development experience.
· Expertise in C programming and experience in Linux kernel driver development.
· NOTE - Must be a U.S. Citizen due to U.S. government contracts. Employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
· Knowledge and experience of different security protocols and encryption algorithms such as suite of CNSA algorithms.
· Experience with socket programming and various Internet/Ethernet protocols.
· Understanding of MAC and Networking layer of a communication system.
· Experience in AMD UltraScale+, MPSoC, and Microchip Polarfire SoC BSP support package development.
· IPsec - Internet Protocol Security
· Linux Interrupt Service Routine development.
$135,000 - $200,000 a year
The pay range is NOT a guarantee, is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Our Client requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. Employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check. This does NOT apply to International positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.
Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.