Lead Embedded Software Architect

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related technical field, plus eight or more years of progressive embedded software development experience

Minimum of three years in a lead or architect capacity making software architectural decisions, system trade-offs, and multi-threaded interface design

Demonstrated expertise in modern C++ (C++14/17/20) and C targeting General-Purpose Processors (ARM64, x86_64) running embedded Linux environments

Practical experience designing, packaging, or running containerized workloads (e.g., Docker, Podman, OCI containers, lightweight Kubernetes/K3s) on Linux systems

In-depth understanding of embedded Linux OS internals, POSIX APIs, multi-threading, concurrency, memory management, and high-throughput inter-process communications (e.g., shared memory, ZeroMQ, gRPC, sockets)

Hands-on experience developing software interfaces for hardware peripherals and standard embedded buses (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet/IP, Serial UART/RS-422/485, SPI, I2C)

Strong technical communication and presentation skills, with demonstrable experience authoring Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and discussing technical trade-offs with customer counterparts

Active DoD Secret clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI

Direct experience developing or porting waveforms within Software Defined Radio (SDR) frameworks, specifically Software Communications Architecture (SCA 2.2.2 or 4.1), REDHAWK SDR, or GNU Radio

Hands-on experience with Object Request Brokers (ORBs) and middleware such as CORBA (omniORB), eRPC, or DDS

Domain knowledge of tactical military waveforms such as SINCGARS, WREN/SRW, MUOS, Link 16, or HF/VHF/UHF line-of-sight communications

Working knowledge of DoD Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) initiatives including SOSA, CMOSS, MORA (VICTORY), or OpenVPX

Experience configuring and maintaining embedded Linux distributions via Yocto Project, Buildroot, or PetaLinux

Familiarity with NSA cryptographic integration, software safety/security certification processes, and cross-domain solution principles

Familiarity interfacing with FPGA coprocessors (Xilinx/AMD Zynq UltraScale+) and Digital Signal Processors (DSPs)

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET / SCI ELIGIBILITY

<5% CONUS travel

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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