Sr. Embedded Software Engineer C/C++

Location: Huntsville, AL (On-site)

Type: Contract-to-hire

Clearance: Active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain)

Pay: $116–$126/hr (W2)

About the role

We’re hiring a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to build and support mission-critical embedded software/firmware for advanced defense/aerospace systems. You’ll work hands-on across the full software lifecycle—design, coding, integration, testing, and debugging—on real-time embedded platforms in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical discipline from an accredited institution, with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.

• 10+ years of relevant technical experience, or 8+ years with a master’s degree in a related field.

• Candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance.

• Relevant technical experience must include developing, integrating, testing, or troubleshooting embedded software or embedded-adjacent applications that interface with, operate, monitor, support, simulate, control, or communicate with embedded systems.

• Must be a resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to the Huntsville-North Alabama area.

• Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development.

• Experience with real-time operating system (RTOS) such as VxWorks, Integrity, or FreeRTOS

• Proficiency with embedded processors and microcontrollers (e.g. ARM Cortex, RISC-V, or similar architectures)

• Experience with embedded debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or software-based debuggers such as GDB)

• Experience with modern software development practices including Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and test automation.

Preferred:

• 5+ years of experience with real-time embedded system in defense, aerospace, or safety-critical platforms.

• Experience with high-speed guided weapons systems, flight controls systems, or similar embedded solutions.

• Experience developing large-scale embedded, high-performance systems with a high level of determinism.

• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

• Prior experience working in highly regulated or mission-critical environments (e.g., aerospace or defense sectors).

• Experience with software safety standards (DO-178C, MIL-STD-882e).

• Experience with Agile management tools and concepts such as Jira.

• Experience with software configuration management tools such as Git and GitLab.

• Proven experience mentoring developers across multiple experience levels.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to address highly complex technical challenges.

• Ability to work independently on well-defined tasks and contribute effectively in a collaborative team environment.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.