Last updated: 2025-05-22

11 Embedded Software Engineer jobs in Washington.

Hiring now: Lead Embedded Linux Engr @ Lynk, Sr Software Engr Navigati @ Shield Ai, Hardware Engr @ Alertus Te, Spec Software Eng @ L3Harris T, Sr Software Engr @ Leonardo D, Midlevel Capabilities Dev @ General Dy.Explore more at at kaamvaam.com

🔥 Skills

C++ (4) C (3) FPGA (3) Embedded Systems (3) Linux (3) firmware development (2) Digital Design (2) VHDL (2) embedded systems (2) verification (2)

📍 Locations

Columbia (4) Washington (2) Germantown (2) Hanover (2) Baltimore (1)
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Lynk

Lead Embedded Linux Engineer (Yocto) Washington
Skills & Focus: Embedded Linux, Yocto, C, C++, Git, Embedded Linux distributions, Board Support Packages, OTA updates, software development lifecycle, root cause analysis
About the Company: Lynk is the inventor of satellite direct to device or D2D technology, and has the world’s only commercial license from the FCC to operate a commercial D2D syst…
Experience: 7+ years
Type: Full time

Shield Ai

Senior Software Engineer – Navigation and State Estimation Washington
Skills & Focus: C++, navigation, state estimation, embedded Linux, aircraft, algorithms, real-time systems, aerospace, continuous integration, deterministic timing
About the Company: Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent, autono…
Experience: Strong proficiency in modern C++ and professional experience developing software for embedded Linux systems.
Salary: $160,000 - $240,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity.

Alertus Technologies

Hardware Engineer Baltimore
Skills & Focus: embedded electronics, digital design techniques, analog design techniques, prototype debug tools, mixed voltage systems, serial protocols, firmware development, low power design, EMI reduction techniques, strong communication skills
About the Company: At Alertus, protecting people from harm is our mission and our passion. As the leader in mass notification, we are committed to providing customizable, scalabl…
Experience: 5-8 years of hands-on experience
Salary: $83,000 - $109,000
Type: Full-Time
Benefits: Unlimited Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Short-term Disabilit…

L3harris Technologies

Specialist, Software Engineering Columbia
Skills & Focus: embedded software, Agile, C++, C, development lifecycle, requirements analysis, government certification, testing, cryptographic subsystem, radio communications
About the Company: L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees deliver end-to-end technology so…
Experience: Minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience or minimum of 8 years of prior related experience developing real-time embedded software.
Salary: $95,000 - $177,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, p…
FPGA Manager Columbia
Skills & Focus: FPGA, Digital Design, Embedded Systems, Firmware Development, Project Leadership, VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, Cryptographic Security, Team Management
About the Company: L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging envir…
Experience: Minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience developing and verifying FPGA/ASIC based embedded system solutions.
Salary: $108,500 - $201,500
Type: Full-time
Benefits: health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, p…
FPGA Manager Columbia
Skills & Focus: FPGA, Electrical Engineering, Digital Design, embedded systems, firmware development, team leadership, project management, budget management, VHDL, verification
Experience: Minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience developing and verifying FPGA/ASIC based embedded system solutions.
Salary: $108,500 - $201,500
Type: Full-time
Benefits: health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, p…

Leonardo Drs, Inc.

Sr. Software Engineer Germantown
Skills & Focus: C++, Matlab, Python, Linux, React, Node, software development, signal processing, firmware, database design
About the Company: Leonardo DRS, a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for military protection, counter-drone applications, and border surveillance.
Experience: 5 years
Salary: $101,237/year - $157,169/year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, health savings account, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, 401(k) sa…
Senior Software Engineer Germantown
Skills & Focus: software development, defense technology, radar technology, C, Rust, Linux, React, Node, Image Processing, Signal Processing
About the Company: DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry glob…
Experience: minimum of 5 years of experience
Salary: $104,274.00/year - $161,884/year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution…

General Dynamics

Mid-Level Capabilities Development Engineer Hanover
Skills & Focus: C Sharp, Development Software, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Protocol Analysis, Vulnerability Assessment, Security Research, Rapid Prototyping, Device Drivers, Systems Engineering
About the Company: We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U…
Experience: 0+ years related experience
Salary: $158,846 - $214,910
Type: Full Time
Benefits: Our benefits package includes a variety of medical, dental, vision plans, a 401(k) plan, full flex work weeks, paid tim…
Capabilities Development Engineer Hanover
Skills & Focus: Embedded Systems, Operating Systems, Software Systems, System Requirements Analysis, Software System Design, Software System Development, Software System Integration, Software System Testing, Reverse Engineering, Low-level programming
About the Company: A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. governmen…
Experience: 12+ Years of experience (or 8+ with Relevant Masters Degree)
Salary: $210,569 - $284,887
Type: Full Time
Benefits: A variety of medical plan options, dental plan options, vision plan, 401(k) plan, paid time off plans including vacatio…