Embedded Software Engineer

Summary

Design and develop secure, resilient networking and cybersecurity systems for defense-related government programs, primarily using C++ on Linux with network programming.

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Base pay range

$180,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

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Software Engineer - Tactical Communications & Cybersecurity
Location: On-site | Carlsbad, CA
U.S. Citizen (Due to government contract eligibility)

A growing team focused on tactical communications and cybersecurity solutions is looking for a Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and deployment of advanced networking and security systems. This team builds secure, resilient technologies for commercial and government applications, including defense-related programs.
You'll join a mission-driven, agile environment that leverages data to protect networks from cyber threats and build solutions that withstand sophisticated cyberattacks.

Key Responsibilities

Software Engineer - Tactical Communications & Cybersecurity
Location: On-site | Carlsbad, CA
U.S. Citizen (Due to government contract eligibility)

Key Responsibilities

Develop innovative solutions for complex networking problems
Design services and features that support resilient platform infrastructure
Collaborate with team members and review peer contributions
Test and verify system security and performance under real-world conditions
Work on-site with a cross-functional technical team

Required Qualifications

5+ years of professional experience programming in C++
5+ years of experience in network programming
Proficiency working with Linux-based operating systems
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience)
U.S. Citizenship required (position tied to government contracts)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing in Python
Familiarity with multithreaded and real-time system development

Seniority level

Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Industries
Embedded Software Products

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