Embedded Software Engineer II

SEAKR Engineering

Embedded Software Engineer II

Germantown, MD +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly engaged junior to mid-level Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. This role offers a fast-paced environment where you will work with senior personnel to develop advanced skills and contribute to critical projects. We are looking for individuals with strong technical fundamentals in low-level systems programming who are eager to learn our product deeply and assist in system integration. This position requires working primarily onsite with some hybrid flexibility.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Design and develop embedded software using C/C++ within constrained environments.
    • Implement state machines and handle asynchronous events (e.g., interrupts, signals).
    • Work with operating system concepts including process scheduling, resource sharing, and synchronization.
    • Integrate networking capabilities into embedded devices (basic IP/MAC layer knowledge required).
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Required Qualifications:

    • Experience: 1-3 years of professional experience in embedded systems development
    • Education : Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent experience
    • Core OS Knowledge: Solid understanding of fundamental OS concepts (kernel vs. user space, task scheduling, memory management, and synchronization primitives).
    • Programming Languages: Proficiency in Python, C and/or C++, including object-oriented principles.
    • Networking Basics: Familiarity with networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, MAC addresses, packet inspection tools).
    • Autonomy: Demonstrated ability to solve problems independently within assigned tasks.
    • Documentation: Proven track record of learning from specification documents and adapting to new protocols or standards.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience with containerized Linux user space applications.
    • Exposure to Yocto or kernel driver development (not mandatory, but beneficial).
    • Experience with space networking technologies and standards.
    • DoD Secret clearance.

    Additional Information

    Compensation: Base salary range is $90,000-115,000/ year, depending on qualifications. SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA.

    SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    US Citizenship Required

    Applications will be accepted until 9/17/26.

  • Compensation
    $90,000-$90,000 per year
  • Locations
    Centennial, CO • Germantown, MD