Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Job Title: Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Denver, CO

Compensation: $120,000 - $160,000 + Bonus Eligible

Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

Who we are: Founded in 2004 with locations in Atlanta, GA, Fort Worth, TX, Denver, CO, & Huntsville, AL, Thompson Software Solutions (TSS) is a mission-driven aerospace and defense software and systems engineering company supporting the U.S. military, defense primes, and commercial space partners. We specialize in the development, integration, test, and deployment of safety & mission-critical software systems that power next-generation aircraft, defense platforms, and space technologies. Our team understands what it takes to modernize complex embedded systems while maintaining the rigor, compliance, and reliability required for mission and safety-critical environments.

As a defense-focused company of highly skilled and dedicated engineers, we take pride in solving complex technical challenges that directly impact national security and operational readiness. We partner closely with customers across the military aviation and space domains to deliver resilient, future-ready solutions with portability, sustainability, and long-term mission success in mind.

Description:

Thompson Software Solutions is seeking a senior-level Embedded Software Engineer who is ready to work with a talented team to provide innovative solutions for tomorrow’s problems. This position requires a software engineer to use a wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the software field to develop, integrate, and test software products. The successful candidate will be a member of a high-performing multi-site team and must be self-motivated with strong work ethic, time-management, and interpersonal skills. In this role, you will work independently at times on projects, at other times will be in a collaborative team environment with other software engineers, as well as other program development and deployment teams.

Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Continued eligibility for access to classified information is required throughout employment, as dictated by program needs.

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline

5+ years of C/C++ software development experience

Prior experience writing embedded software (C, C++, and/or Ada)

Experience with real-time operating system integration (e.g. Green Hills, Wind River, Lynx)

Prior experience troubleshooting/debugging on target hardware in lab/mock-up environments

Proficient with Linux and Windows development environments

Familiarity with Agile / Dev/SecOps tools and CI/CD workflow (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, etc.)

Ability to professionally communicate project status and collaborate on technical solutions with clients and peers

Experience with incorporating independently developed algorithms into embedded software

Full lifecycle software development experience

Active Secret DoD security clearance

25% Travel

Preferred / Additional Skills:

Proficient with Atlassian Tools (Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket, etc.)

Proficient in Python development

Linux kernel and system modules (Peta Linux on Ultra Scale +)

Familiarity with network architecture and data management

Familiarity with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools (Cameo, AADL)

Experience with Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA), ARINC 653 and flight software development

Experience with safety-critical software development and practices (DO-178C)

Experience communicating and documenting complex technical designs

Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment

Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills

Sound Exciting? Get in touch today! We have very robust benefits including:

Low-cost Medical / Dental / Vision coverage options

401K with generous employer match

Responsible Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays

Remote work opportunities based on role

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth and professional development opportunities

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