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Principal Embedded Software Engineer at Trident Systems

Compensation

$120,000 – $222,000/yr

Location
Sterling, Virginia
Type
Full-time
Level
staff+
Posted

Description

Trident Systems is hiring a Principal Embedded Software Engineer in Sterling, Virginia, to architect and implement embedded software for aerospace computing platforms. The role focuses on embedded Linux, board support packages, low-level software, hardware interfaces, device drivers, boot architecture, system debugging, and performance-critical software, while also mentoring engineers and supporting technical trade studies and customer discussions. Candidates need a bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical engineering experience, at least 9 years of related experience or 7 years with a master’s degree, and strong C/C++ and embedded systems expertise. The full-time salary range is $120,000 to $222,000, with medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits.

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