
Embedded Software Engineer Entry Level
General Dynamics Mission Systems
SALT LAKE CITY, UTJob$78–86K/yrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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The Embedded Software Engineer will join a cross-functional team designing and deploying secure system solutions for military systems. The role is ideally fully on-site while the employee learns, with some flexible arrangements available at the manager’s discretion. The posting targets an entry-level candidate with a bachelor’s degree and lists preferred experience in embedded software, digital logic, and hardware development.
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Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or Engineering, Science, or Math. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: [Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire.] Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As a software engineer for our Idaho Scientific group, you'll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for designing and deploying secure system solutions through novel CPU design, crypto cores, purpose-built system-on-a-chip architectures, and hardened operating systems. Our solutions are the foundation for how military systems will remain safe and secure in the conflicts of the future. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: * Strong foundation in relevant coursework or projects: embedded C/C++, RTOS, digital logic, Verilog/SystemVerilog, FPGA development, or ASIC design flow. * Evidence of hands-on problem solving: personal, academic, internship, lab, or open-source work that shows candidates can design, debug, test, and document technical solutions. * Curiosity and collaboration: clear communication, willingness to learn quickly, and an ability to work thoughtfully with hardware and software engineers in a security-focused environment. What sets you apart: * Clear understanding of the software engineering concepts, principles, theories, software development process, and agile methodology * Clear understanding of the software development process, with agile experience * Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity * Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success * Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others * Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation Our Commitment to You: * An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. * Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security * Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule) * Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more * See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits Workplace Options: This position is ideally fully on-site while you learn, but some flex arrangements are available based on manager discretion While on-site, you will be a part of the Boise or Salt Lake City locations. #LI-Hybrid Target salary range: USD $77,843.00/Yr. - USD $86,358.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Company Overview General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We... For full info follow app lication link. General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran
How this job compares
Set against the 1,234 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$78–86K/yr
- US median$128–194K/yr884 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $82K, is 49% below the US median midpoint ($162K) — in the lowest quarter of Embedded Software Engineer salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 26 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs in Utah and 1,234 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Utah
- INNOVA SOLUTIONS, Inc.8 open
- General Dynamics Mission Systems (this employer)4 open
- L3Harris4 open
- Experience
- Embedded Software Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 6 years (1,021 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 582 of the 1,234 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs (47%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 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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