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Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Leonardo DRS, Inc.

Bridgeton, MO · HybridFull-time$117–158K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$117–158K/yr
Location
Bridgeton, MOHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Leonardo DRS Land Systems seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to develop and support software solutions for defense and commercial systems. The role is based at the Bridgeton facility, with an in-person or hybrid schedule option. The engineer will design embedded software, contribute to testing and code reviews, and collaborate with other engineering disciplines and customers. The posting lists a salary range for Illinois; pay may vary by location and other factors.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CC++C#JavaAlgorithm DesignProblem SolvingComplexity AnalysisEmbedded HardwareObject-Oriented DesignFormal Software DevelopmentLinux/UnixWindowsVersion Control SystemsGitCommunicationOrganizationTeamworkIndependent WorkAttention to DetailLearning Agility

Qualifications

Master's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Related Field or Equivalent8+ Years Industry ExperienceUp to 10% Travel

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job ID: 115906

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 6 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a Full Time Senior Embedded Software Engineer. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility and will have the option to work an in person or hybrid schedule. The Senior Software Engineer provides technical and analytical work to develop, design, and/or support software solutions across multiple U.S. defense industries. Duties include participating in software design activities, developing code based on the architecture and technical design, creating and performing unit tests, enhancing the software development process, and playing an active role in test case planning for components and functions developed by the project team. The selected candidate will work with other engineering disciplines and use their software development expertise to create robust technical solutions across multiple technology areas.

Job Responsibilities

  • Design and write embedded software code

  • Complete a technical project independently and lead other engineers

  • Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop designs to best support them

  • Develop, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems

  • Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments

  • Document component and subsystem specifications

  • Specify and evaluate supplier subsystems and services

  • Apply fundamental knowledge of software engineering principles and core concepts (e.g., data structures, algorithms, computer architecture, operating systems, and databases) to create software solutions that meet project-based needs

  • Apply core computer science concepts in the development, testing, and documentation of software units

  • Participate as a member of the testing team to plan and review test cases within software solution components

  • Participate in code reviews with the systems engineers, software architects, and other technical staff

  • Collaborate with internal and external customers to develop systems to meet required business specifications

  • Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required

  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • 8+ years of industry experience in delivering high-quality, innovative applications and programming experience in one or more of the following: C, C++, C# and/or Java

  • Proven Computer Science fundamentals in algorithm design, problem solving, and complexity analysis

  • Practical experience working with embedded hardware

  • Experience in Object Oriented design and development

  • Experience following formal software development processes

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work well in a team environment as well as independently with little day-to-day guidance

  • Demonstrates an ambition to learn

  • Experience with Linux/Unix and/or Windows

  • Experience with software version control systems (preferably GIT)

  • Willing to travel up to 10% as necessary

The salary range for this position is $116,811.00/year - $157,695.00/year for the state of Illinois. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,258 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$117–158K/yr
  • US median$128–194K/yr903 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $137K, is 16% below the US median midpoint ($163K) — in the middle half of Embedded Software Engineer salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 21 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs in Missouri and 1,258 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Missouri
Experience
This posting asks for at least 8 years of experience — more than three in four Embedded Software Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 1,046 postings).
Education
584 of the 1,258 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs (46%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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