Embedded RUST Software Engineer
Summary
Embedded software engineer in Tampa designing and optimizing C and Rust firmware for critical (defense-oriented) platforms: architecture trade studies, unit/integration/acceptance testing, and engineering documentation. Requires an active US Secret clearance, US citizenship, and 2+ years of embedded C/Rust experience.
We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize embedded software for critical platforms. In this role, you will work on C and Rust code baselines, architecting embedded solutions, and ensuring software quality through robust testing and documentation. This position may require occasional travel (about 5%) for customer meetings and off-site development/testing.
Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.
Role Responsibilities:
• Design and develop embedded software, focusing on C and Rust.
• Perform trade studies and embedded architecture design for Rust-based solutions.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation: Requirements Specs (SHRS, IRS), Interface
Control Documents (ICDs), and Design Descriptions (SHDD).
• Develop and execute unit, integration, and acceptance test plans.
• Manage configuration control for software development items.
• Work within Agile and Waterfall development environments.
• Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders.
• Identify and implement process and tool improvements.
• Stay current with emerging embedded and Rust technologies.
• Collaborate in a high-performance, mission-driven team environment.• Other tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
• Active US Government Secret Security Clearance (US citizenship required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related
field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of experience in embedded software development, including C-to-Rust code
conversion, low-level embedded software design, and coding in both C and Rust.
• Hands-on experience with embedded processors, SoC development, and ARM-based systems
integration with firmware.
Preferred Skills:
• 5+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Proficiency in constrained Rust environments (no-std, heapless), ANSI C, and Python.
• Experience with openOCD, gdb, and AMD Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC ZCU102 Evaluation Kit.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for low-level embedded issues, including memory management.
• Familiarity with SEI CMMI processes for small, agile teams.
• Understanding of NSA High Assurance Certification process and relevant US DoD systems.
• Analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to visualize outcomes, assess technical risks, and think creatively. xhmxlyz
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with a positive, adaptable work
ethic.