Embedded Android Software Engineer

Riverside Research Institute•Fair Oaks, VA

About The Position

Riverside Research Institute is currently seeking an Embedded Android Software Engineer to support and execute cutting-edge firmware development in embedded and mobile network security hardware on behalf of the Riverside Research Open Innovation Center (OIC). The OIC executes research and development in several broad areas including the development of secure and resilient systems. The ideal candidate will have experience working in dynamic research and development (R&D) environments, from ideation through execution, and designing and delivering innovative secure networking and cryptographic solutions to national security customers. As a principal technical contributor, the candidate will be responsible for developing new techniques and technology to address complex and open-ended problems. The candidate should have a track record of outside-the-box problem-solving, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ability to brief stakeholders on technical results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer engineering, computer science or equivalent
3+ years’ experience developing Linux embedded platforms (e.g. Yocto, Buildroot)
Understanding of git/repo version management in Android build process
General understanding of Android architecture, AOSP Telephony experience
Experience working on systems-level projects (e.g. networking, device interfaces, or low-level services)
Understanding of networking fundamentals - basic networking and firewall experience on Android/Linux (IP, routing, TCP/UDP)
Ability to debug issues across system layers (baseband, application, OS, network)
3+ years of cross-platform development using C/C++ and embedded Linux
Firmware development, analysis, and reverse-engineering
Device bring-up starting with the root filesystem
Experience building software using Make, CMake, or Cargo
Familiarity with debugging tools: tcpdump, strace, dmesg, ip, ss
Eligibility for a SECRET clearance and ultimately a TS/SCI

Nice To Haves

Eligible for a TS/SCI Clearance
Experience with Rust programming language
Familiarity with: iptables, NAT, or VPN concepts
Familiarity with Linux device management (udev)
Exposure to USB device/gadget frameworks
Exposure to /dev, sysfs, or procfs interfaces
Experience with ARM-based systems (e.g., Raspberry Pi)
Exposure to performance tuning in low-level or embedded C software

Responsibilities

Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of information requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
Devises solutions based on limited information and precedent and adapts existing approaches to resolve issues.
Uses evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select right course of action.
Work is done independently and is reviewed at critical points.
Enhances relationships and networks with senior internal/external partners who are not familiar with the subject matter often requiring persuasion.
Adapts style to differing audiences and often advises others on difficult matters.
Developing C/C++, Kotlin/Java code in Android, Linux-based, or embedded systems
Collaborating on systems-level projects (e.g. networking, device interfaces, or low-level services)
Algorithm/protocol analysis, architecture review, system engineering, implementation, verification, and delivery.
Creating and managing embedded system build processes, including AOSP.
Duties involve all aspects of Embedded Software development, including documentation, implementation, emulation, integration, and test.