Description:

Seeking cleared or clearable Embedded Software Engineers who are self-motivated and energetic with experience in Embedded Systems Design and Software Development.

• Will be part of a multi-disciplinary program responsible for architecting, designing, testing, and deploying embedded software
• Will contribute to system requirements generation, embedded software development, and integration and testing of systems using core technologies (Low/High Level SW, RTOS, Linux, C/C++, System C, Python, VHDL, MATLAB, DevOps).
• NGC is developing a Secure Processor ASIC as well as a full SDK (libraries, drivers, tools) for use by internal NGC programs as well as for use by external customers.
• Embedded SW developers will be assigned to one of several agile teams depending on their skillset and the needs of the program.
• Needs include embedded Linux development (kernel & userspace), experience developing in an RTOS environment, and device driver development experience.
• Cryptographic concepts and experience using crypto APIs is a plus.
• Work will include code development in C and model development in C++.
• Proficiency in Python is required to support Jenkins CI/CD regression testing.

Skills:

C++, Embedded C, Embedded System, Firmware

Top Skills Details:

C++, Embedded C, Embedded System, Firmware

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Musts:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical area (BSEE or other Engineering discipline preferred); or 4 years of relevant experience with a Masters' degree in a technical area (BSEE or other Engineering discipline preferred); or 2 years of relevant experience with a Ph.D. in a technical area (BSEE or other Engineering discipline preferred)
• 6 years of relevant experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Experience with C, C++, Python or other high-order languages in real-time embedded applications
• Experience with real-time embedded hardware systems
• Solid understanding of software development processes for real-time embedded applications

PLUS

- Experience with Micro-controllers and HW modeling

- Experience developing multi-threaded applications in RTOS environment

- Experience with Linux kernel and user space development

- Experience with hardware (how low/high speed I/O works, QSPI, DMA) working with hardware from a test and debug perspective.

- Experience with UEFI cryptography or cryptography basics (familiarity using openSSL)

- Experience designing and implementing complex algorithms requiring strict timing, systems resource managed, and interface constraints

- Experience with collaboration tools like Jira and Confluence

- Experience with modernized software development processes (e.g. Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps)

- Experience leading small software development teams and ensuring work is completed in accordance with design and development processes

- Highly motivated to solve complex problems and continuously improve

- Ability to produce high quality work both independently and with a team

- Strong verbal and written technical communication skills

- Ability to work well with a high-performing and results-oriented product development team

- Active Secret Sec

Experience Level:

Entry Level

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