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Senior Embedded Software Engineer Leonardo DRS Melbourne, FL arm,c,cpp,python,freertos,linux,i2c,spi,uart,fpga,ethernet,cortex_a,defense,aerospace,senior,us_south,regulated,cross_func,cmake,docker,gcc,llvm
Leonardo DRS

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Location Node Melbourne, FL (onsite)
Base Compensation Competitive
Commitment full-time
Clearance Req secret
arm c cpp python freertos linux i2c spi uart fpga ethernet cortex_a defense aerospace senior us_south regulated cross_func cmake docker gcc llvm

Overview

Mission Summary

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within Leonardo DRS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. The Senior Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for the architecture, design, development, integration, verification, and sustainment of complex embedded software solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, integration, and verification of complex embedded software components and subsystems.
  • Own software architecture and implementation decisions for assigned products and features.
  • Develop software solutions for Bare-Metal, RTOS, and Embedded Linux environments.
  • Design and implement low-level drivers, middleware, communication protocols, and application software.
  • Lead software integration efforts involving processors, FPGA designs, sensors, imaging systems, and peripheral devices.
  • Perform root-cause analysis and resolve complex software and system-level issues.
  • Develop software requirements, architecture documents, design specifications, and verification procedures.
  • Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers in software design, implementation, and debugging techniques.
  • Collaborate with systems, FPGA, hardware, verification, manufacturing, and program teams to ensure successful project execution.
  • Support project planning activities including technical risk identification, effort estimation, and schedule development.
  • Participate in customer demonstrations, technical reviews, and design reviews.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of embedded software development experience.
  • Expert-level proficiency in C and C++.
  • Strong Python development experience.
  • Experience developing software in Bare-Metal, FreeRTOS, and/or Embedded Linux environments.
  • Experience developing software for AMD/Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC and/or MicroBlaze platforms.
  • Experience using AMD Vitis IDE and associated debugging tools.
  • Experience developing and debugging low-level device drivers including UART, SPI, I2C, DMA, GPIO, and Ethernet interfaces.
  • Strong understanding of embedded software architecture and design principles.
  • Experience with hardware/software integration and system-level debugging.
  • Familiarity with GitLab, JIRA, Confluence, and software configuration management practices.
  • Strong communication and technical leadership skills.
  • U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Bonus Points

  • Experience with EO/IR imaging systems, video processing, and sensor integration.
  • Experience with Ethernet, TCP/IP, lwIP, networking protocols, and distributed embedded systems.
  • Experience with software verification, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers.
  • Experience supporting customer-facing technical activities and design reviews.

Variables & Compensation

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health savings account
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
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