Software Developer - Embedded Jobs in Alexandria, VA

An Embedded Software Developer is a specialist in the technology industry who develops and optimizes embedded software systems. These professionals work with systems that are designed for specific functions or tasks within larger system frameworks - often hardware systems. Their responsibilities include designing, coding, and testing embedded software, as well as debugging and improving existing systems. This role requires a deep understanding of system architecture, programming, and hardware-software integration. They contribute to the development and improvement of devices technology that range from mobile devices to large home appliances and industrial equipment.

Key skills for an Embedded Software Developer include proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, and Python, knowledge of real-time operating systems, and familiarity with microcontroller programming. They should also possess strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is usually required. Certifications such as Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) or Microsoft Certified: Azure IoT Developer Specialty can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Embedded Software Developer, individuals might have roles such as Software Engineer, Systems Analyst, or Hardware Engineer.

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Embedded Software Engineer, Intelligence Systems Reston, Virginia, United States Apply

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 1 day ago

New Embedded Software Engineer, Intelligence Systems Reston, Virginia, United States Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities...

Embedded Software Engineer

  • Laurel, MD (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Laurel, MD (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Skills 5+ years of experience in embedded software engineering....

Embedded Software Engineer (Top Secret Clearance)

  • Laurel, MD (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Laurel, MD (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Essential Skills 5+ years of experience in embedded software engineering....

Embedded Engineer

  • Centreville, VA (22 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Centreville, VA (22 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago

What You'll Be Doing: Working through the entire software development life cycle including technical requirements, architecture/design, development, testing, and deployment Developing embedded software...

Embedded Software Engineer, Intelligence Systems

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago

ABOUT THE JOB As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will solve a wide variety of problems involving networking, autonomy, systems integration, robotics, and more, while making pragmatic engineering...

Embedded Software Engineer

  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Strong experience with C++, Python for programming, and scripting, and Bash. Experience developing and deploying software on Linux-based or real-time embedded systems....

Senior Embedded Engineer

  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago

What You Bring M.Sc. or higher in Electrical/Computer Engineering (or equivalent). 5 + years designing embedded systems with production C++ on ARM-class MCUs....

RF Embedded Systems Engineer (IoT + DoD Sensors)

  • Tysons, VA (13 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Tysons, VA (13 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Develop and debug firmware on microcontrollers using C/C++ Design and test RF circuits, antennas, and matching networks for reliable comms in field environments....

Embedded Software Engineer ACTIVE TS/SCI

  • Laurel, MD (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Laurel, MD (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Essential Skills 5+ years of experience in embedded software engineering....

Embedded Software Engineer -- Distributed Systems & Advanced Net NEW

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 13 days ago

systems Qualifications: Required: Experience with one or more of the following programming languages: Rust, C, C++ Experience developing for low-level embedded systems Hands-on experience implementing...

Senior JBoss Engineer NEW

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 13 days ago

Senior JBoss Engineer ALTA IT Services Today Public Trust IT - Software Washington, DC (OFF-SITE/HYBRID) Senior JBoss Engineer This position is located in Washington, DC and will be a remote...

Sr JBOSS Engineer

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Job#: 2082378 Job Description: Job Title: Sr JBOSS Engineer Hours/Shift: 9-5 (40hrs/wk) Degree: Bachelor's degree with 12 years (or commensurate experience) Master's degree and 7 years of...

Remote Work

Senior JBoss Engineer

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 21 days ago

Senior JBoss Engineer This position is located in Washington, DC and will be a remote position with intermittent visits to customer location Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance...

Firmware Engineer

  • Rosslyn, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rosslyn, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Experience with embedded software development (C, C++, or similar). Comfortable debugging firmware, software, and hardware issues. Proficient with the Linux command line environment....

Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Intelligence Systems NEW

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

WHAT YOU'LL DO Work directly with project managers to write software for fully custom embedded systems. Work at any level of the hardware/software stack, from firmware to GUI frameworks....

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Highest Education Level

Software Developer - Embeddeds in Alexandria, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.4%
Master's Degree
40.2%
Associate's Degree
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
High School or GED
1.3%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%



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