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Embedded Software Engineer

Actalent

San Jose, CA
Contract
Senior
100/hr-120/hr
25 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Software Embedded Engineer will work on deployable space structures, specifically focusing on satellite wings. This role is pivotal in building the software engineering team, starting with collaboration between Software, Hardware, and FPGA Engineers to propose and develop innovative solutions. The Engineer will be responsible for defining system-level hardware and software interfaces and developing comprehensive software test procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Software, Hardware, and FPGA Engineers to propose and develop software and hardware solutions.
  • Define system-level hardware and software interfaces.
  • Develop software test procedures.
  • Work on deployable space structures, specifically satellite wings.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in Software Embedded Engineering.
  • 10+ years of RF Engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in Embedded C and Embedded Linux.
  • Strong integrated Embedded skills.
  • Experience with Gitflow workflow model, Atlassian and Jenkins Automation.
  • Understanding of agile methodology.
  • Knowledge of RTOS, SOC2, and FPGA.
  • Experience with space and satellite systems.
  • Familiarity with aerospace software system design and implementation.
  • Proficiency in C, C++, and Ubuntu.
  • BS Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with space and satellite systems.
  • Familiarity with aerospace software system design and implementation.
  • Proficiency in C, C++, and Ubuntu.

Qualifications

  • BS Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Working at Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. The company values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 5, 2025
Salary100/hr-120/hr
Job TypeContract
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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About Actalent

Website

actalentservices.com

Company Size

1001-5000 employees

Location

San Jose, CA

Industry

Employment Placement Agencies and Executive Search Services

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