Embedded Software Engineer – C/C++ Linux, Hardware Integration (USC or GREEN CARD ONLY)

Career Developers • Germantown, MD

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Career Developers Inc. is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for a hybrid role in Germantown, MD. This position focuses on hands-on work close to the hardware, writing C/C++ for microcontrollers and microprocessors. The ideal candidate will have approximately 4 years of relevant experience, though senior-level candidates are also encouraged to apply. The role involves designing, developing, debugging, and testing embedded software, working with hardware during bring-up and integration, and collaborating with hardware and FPGA engineers. Experience with Linux kernel modules, drivers, and user-space Linux software is also expected. The company emphasizes transparent communication and career advancement for its candidates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 4 years of embedded software engineering experience preferred.
• Strong C and C++ programming experience in embedded environments.
• Experience programming microcontrollers, microprocessors, soft processors, or similar embedded computing platforms.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems and hardware/software interaction.
• Hands-on experience with board bring-up, board-level debugging, or hardware integration.
• Strong Linux experience.
• Experience developing software that communicates with hardware devices and host systems.
• Familiarity with Linux kernel modules, device drivers, or low-level Linux development is highly valuable.
• Python and/or Bash scripting experience is preferred.
• Experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and similar electronics lab equipment.
• Comfortable working hands-on in a lab environment, including installing, testing, and troubleshooting hardware and servers.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder).
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• MicroBlaze experience is a strong plus.
• FPGA, Verilog, or VHDL knowledge is a plus but not required.
• Experience with PCIe-based hardware is a plus.
• Signal processing, control systems, RF, or mixed-signal electronics experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, debug, and test embedded software using C and C++.
• Develop software for microcontrollers, microprocessors, soft processors, and other hardware-based computing platforms.
• Work directly with engineering boards during initial bring-up, integration, testing, and debugging.
• Develop software that interfaces between low-level hardware and Linux-based host systems.
• Participate in hardware/software integration for PCIe-based devices and server platforms.
• Develop Linux kernel modules, drivers, and user-space Linux software as needed.
• Troubleshoot problems across embedded software, hardware, operating systems, and system interfaces.
• Work closely with hardware and FPGA engineers to integrate software with board-level functionality.
• Support lab testing using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other electronic test equipment.
• Assist with manufacturing, validation, and system-level testing.
• Work hands-on with servers, lab equipment, boards, racks, and related hardware when necessary.
• Use AI-assisted development tools where they provide meaningful engineering leverage while maintaining ownership of code quality and correctness.
• Contribute to technical planning and product development within a small, collaborative engineering team.

Benefits

• Referral fee program
• GSA Contract holder
• Comprehensive staffing solutions for both commercial and government sectors nationwide
• Business intelligence, thorough interview preparation, transparent communication, and exceptional feedback throughout the process
• Advancing your career and supporting your professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level