Mid-Level Software Engineer - Embedded Systems

Battelle•Columbus, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Battelle, we understand that national security professionals face immense challenges across all domains—land, air, maritime, space, and cyberspace. Our commitment is to deliver where others can't. We provide innovative, high-technology deployable equipment and engineered product solutions that not only extend the service life of fielded equipment but also enhance mission performance in extreme operating environments while offering essential threat protection for our military. Our experts collaborate with military clients throughout the entire product life cycle, from engineering and product development to production, ensuring we meet the evolving needs of national security with precision and reliability. Job Summary We are currently seeking a Software Engineer – Embedded Systems. This position is a full-time opportunity located in Columbus, OH. The selected candidate will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of software for embedded systems running on bare metal or Linux platforms. Responsibilities include writing and debugging software in C and Python, integrating software with hardware systems, and supporting system-level testing and validation. This role requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, technicians, and support staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, or a related engineering field with a minimum of 5 years of experience; or a master's degree in a Software Engineering-related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience
Strong programming skills in C, C++, and C# for full-stack development
Experience with one or more secondary support languages including Golang, Python, or TypeScript
Demonstrated network programming skills (e.g., TCP/IP, socket programming)
Working knowledge of Linux operating systems and development tools
Experience with low-level embedded development and debugging for devices such as the STM32 microcontroller family
Experience developing and documenting secure firmware for embedded systems
Working knowledge of industry best practices for software lifecycle management with a willingness to adhere to and promote corporate best practices and procedures
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail with the ability to clearly communicate designs and concepts verbally and in written form
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Willingness to travel approximately 3–4 weeks per year as required by project tasks
Must be a sole U.S. citizen with an active government TS/SCI security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience developing support applications in Rust or Go
Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or Linux kernel modules
Experience with AI-supported development and/or AI/ML product integration
Exposure to signal processing or control systems software
Experience with scripting and automation tools
Proficiency with MATLAB for data analysis or algorithm development

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain full-stack software solutions written in multiple languages for Linux-based, embedded, or mission-critical systems
Integrate software solutions with external systems, including hardware interfaces, sensor systems, and networked environments
Develop and document secure firmware for embedded systems in adherence to a well-defined DevSecOps software development process
Experience developing and debugging low-level embedded software for devices such as the STM32 microcontroller family
Implement user interfaces and simulation tools to support test and integration activities
Collaborate as a member of multidisciplinary teams to develop high-quality, defect-free solutions within schedule and budget constraints
Assist in system integration and testing of software solutions
Apply and promote industry best practices for software lifecycle management in alignment with corporate procedures