Senior Embedded Software Test Engineer at GrammaTech, Inc.

Compensation

$135,000 – $200,000/yr

Location: Suitland, Maryland
Type: Full-time
Level: mid
Posted: Sep 18, 2026

Description

GrammaTech is hiring an Embedded Software Test Engineer in Linthicum, Maryland to automate software and firmware security verification using test harnesses, hardware-in-the-loop setups, continuous integration, and containerized execution. The role involves scripting target-device execution and bench instrumentation, validating software behavior and patch deployments, and providing daily on-site support. Candidates need a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, Python/C/C++/Rust programming, CI/CD and Docker expertise, embedded debugging knowledge, and an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. The anticipated base salary is $135,000-$200,000 annually, with medical, dental, vision, retirement, leave, and other benefits.

Required Skills

Python
C
C++
Rust
Test harnesses
HIL
Docker
GitLab CI
GitHub Actions
Jenkins
UART
SPI
I2C
JTAG

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
Required Previous Experiences: Experience designing or using automated test harnesses, HIL setups, or test bench environments.
Programming experience with Python, C, C++, or Rust for bench automation and test scripting.
Experience establishing CI/CD pipelines and containerized execution infrastructure.
Hands-on experience with embedded debugging protocols and bus monitoring.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience triaging, validating, and remediating AI-detected security vulnerabilities.
Experience with QEMU and Docker-based hybrid physical/virtual testbeds.
Experience integrating hardware instrumentation into continuous test pipelines.
Understanding of patch verification, firmware monitoring, and automated test suite creation.

About GrammaTech, Inc.

GrammaTech, Inc.

Cyber Security Technologies

With over 35 years of experience in software analysis and binary transformation, we deliver cutting-edge cyber security technologies for mission-critical environments.

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