This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description We are seeking a high-impact technical leader responsible for hands-on design, development, and delivery of all RealTime products and services. This role requires an elite engineer who remains "in the weeds"—coding, debugging, and architecting complex systems—while simultaneously leading and mentoring a team of software engineers. The Principal Software Engineer serves as the technical authority that bridges high-level architectural vision with daily execution. You will drive the adoption of AI-assisted workflows and maintain rigorous engineering standards to deliver reliable SaaS and mobile products at speed and with consistency. Core Responsibilities - Hands-On Development & Design - Design, code, test, and debug complex software while developing new functionality and enhancing existing products. - Stay close to technical decisions, serve as an escalation point for complex delivery issues, and resolve intricate production problems. - Create design artifacts for new software and web applications, ensuring the architecture scales to align with company goals. - Deliver high-quality software and key features across backend, frontend, and mobile platforms. - Technical Leadership & Team Management - Lead and develop a team of software engineers, managing their day-to-day performance and ensuring the best development practices. - Actively mentor peers and less experienced engineers to elevate the organization's overall technical capability. - Bring a strong, sensible technical voice to strategy conversations and partner with the VPs of Software and Architecture to validate design tradeoffs and implementation. - Drive planning discipline, delivery cadence, and effective execution across multiple concurrent initiatives. - AI-Assisted Engineering & Quality Standards - Utilize tools such as Windsurf and advanced models like Claude Opus to accelerate implementation, refactoring, and test creation. - Improve review quality with automated checks for risky changes, security vulnerabilities, and the likelihood of regression. - Raise standards for coding practices, branching, code reviews, and testing strategy to ensure release predictability and operational readiness. Qualifications - A strong understanding of and proven track record with: - SDLC in a regulated industry - Cloud architecture - Modern software design patterns - Back-end architecture and design - Front-end architecture and design - Mentoring peers and less experienced engineers - Experience with digital documents - Experience with PHP, Python, React, JavaScript, and MariaDB/SQL - Expert in API design and development Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in computer science or affiliated discipline - Familiarity with HIPAA, HITECH, HITRUST, PHI/PII, and PCI DSS working environments - Ten plus years of experience in software development Benefits - The company sponsors health insurance, long-term disability, and life insurance. - Unlimited Paid Time Off. - 10 paid Holidays. - Paid Parental Leave. - Work Anniversary Bonus. - Participation in the Employee of the Quarter Program. - Monthly $100 Connectivity Stipend Reimbursement. - RealTime matches employee 401(K) contributions at 100% of the first 3% invested and 50% of the next 2% invested.

Embedded Systems Software Engineer Mid to Sr Embedded Software Engineer Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD Type: Remote (Travel to APG on occasion) About Fairwinds Technologies Fairwinds Technologies is a U.S.-based engineering firm specializing in Satellite Communications (SATCOM), RF Transmission Systems, Network Design, Systems Integration, and Digital Signal Processing (DSP). We support Command, Control, Communications, and Computer (C4) systems in austere military environments, delivering advanced communications, networking, and IT solutions to defense and civilian agencies worldwide. Position Overview We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer with strong experience developing and deploying software on Xilinx UltraScale+ platforms using PetaLinux, with hands-on familiarity working alongside hardware teams on PCB-based embedded systems. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and optimize low-level and Linux-based embedded software for mission-critical communications and signal processing applications. This role involves building robust software stacks for FPGA/SoC-based systems, integrating drivers and peripherals, and supporting system bring-up from prototype to fielded platforms. You will work closely with FPGA, DSP, RF, and hardware engineers to deliver high-performance solutions for tactical communications in contested and bandwidth-constrained environments. This position reports to the Chief Technology & Strategy Office and involves close collaboration with customers and engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions for RF Tactical & Naval Military Solutions, as well as strategic border protection applications. Key Responsibilities - Develop embedded Linux software for Xilinx UltraScale+ (Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC) platforms using PetaLinux (BSP creation, kernel configuration, rootfs customization, and image generation). - Support hardware bring-up and integration on custom PCB designs, including board validation, peripheral checkout, and troubleshooting. - Implement and maintain device drivers and board support components (GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, Ethernet, DMA, etc.). - Integrate FPGA logic with embedded software using AXI interfaces and Linux user-space access methods (UIO, mmap, sysfs, etc.). - Build and optimize performance-critical embedded Linux applications (real-time data movement, streaming interfaces, latency tuning). - Develop test utilities, diagnostics, and automation for lab and field validation. - Participate in system integration and testing in lab and field settings; debug cross-domain issues spanning hardware, FPGA, kernel, and user space. - Author technical documentation, software design descriptions, integration notes, and SBIR deliverables as required. Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. - Minimum 8+ years of experience in embedded software development for Linux-based systems. - Must have hands-on experience with Xilinx UltraScale+ platforms. - Must have hands-on experience with PetaLinux (creating/customizing images, kernel/device tree configuration, rootfs management). - Must have experience working with PCB-based embedded hardware (bring-up support, debug with lab tools, working directly with schematics/board constraints). - Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting (Bash and/or Python) in embedded environments. - Proficiency in SVN, Git or other software configuration management tool. - Experience debugging Linux kernel/user-space interactions and hardware/software integration issues. - Comfortable using standard embedded debug tools (JTAG, UART console, logic analyzer/oscilloscope basics) and Linux tooling (gdb, strace, perf, dmesg). - U.S. Citizenship and an active DoD Secret (or higher) security clearance (or ability to obtain). Additional Preferred Qualifications - Experience with Xilinx toolchain workflows (Vivado integration context, Vitis/SDK familiarity helpful). - Device tree and kernel driver development experience (platform drivers, char drivers, DMA, interrupt handling). - Familiarity with real-time Linux concepts (PREEMPT_RT, CPU isolation, IRQ affinity, latency profiling). - Experience integrating high-throughput datapaths (10GbE, PCIe, JESD-style streaming, RF front-end control planes). - Understanding of secure boot, image signing, and hardening on embedded Linux platforms. - Experience with Yocto or Buildroot for generating Linux kernel and root filesystems. - Experience with RTOS/Bare metal programming of ARM Cortex microcontrollers. - Experience supporting DoD SBIR projects or similar government-funded R&D efforts. Supervisory Responsibility This position does not require direct supervisory responsibility; however, the engineer may mentor junior developers and support cross-functional technical leadership. Work Environment This position is primarily performed in a traditional office environment. Some remote/hybrid work is also possible. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time, exempt position, working Monday through Friday; 40 hours per work week; occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Some flexibility in actual work hours may be offered. Travel Must be willing to travel 25–30% when required. Work Authorization/Security Clearance Must be eligible to work in the US and possess or obtain a Secret level clearance. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. AAP/EEO Statement Fairwinds Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Why Join Us Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects, including DoD SBIR initiatives. Collaborative and inclusive work environment. Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional development and growth opportunities.

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This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Software Engineer II is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications, working on both backend and frontend systems, and contributing to the overall growth and innovation of our public safety product offerings. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions while continuously improving your technical expertise. - Design, implement, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions that align with business needs and project requirements. - Work closely with product owners, designers, and other engineers to understand product requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions. - Ensure code quality by writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code. Perform unit testing, integration testing, and code reviews. - Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, production issues, and technical problems. - Contribute to the design and architecture of software applications, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. - Stay up to date with company standards, technologies, and best practices, and apply them to improve the development process and product functionality. - Provide guidance and support to junior engineers, reviewing code and offering constructive feedback to foster team growth. - Participate in the team’s development process, including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives. Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders. - Perform other related duties as assigned to support team objectives, departmental needs, and overall organizational priorities. Qualifications - Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience and training. - 2-5 years of professional experience in software development. - Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, Python, JavaScript, or similar. - Experience with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and back-end frameworks (Node.js, etc.). - Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar. - Experience with Git and other version control systems. - Familiarity with unit testing and integration testing frameworks. - Strong analytical and debugging skills with a focus on problem-solving and solution delivery. - Familiarity with agile development practices, including Scrum or Kanban. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in a team-oriented environment. Requirements - Experience with cloud services like AWS or Azure. - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, AzureDevOps, etc.), Docker, Kubernetes, or other DevOps tools. - Experience designing or working with APIs, API-based architecture, and API Management tools. - Knowledge of additional programming languages (e.g., Delphi, Java) or frameworks (e.g., WPF, WinForms). - Familiarity with AI tooling in development workflows. Note Due to the nature of our work with public safety agencies, this position requires compliance with the FBI's Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy. Candidates must successfully pass a comprehensive, fingerprint-based background check. Please note that specific customer contracts may impose additional security verification requirements. Obtaining and maintaining all required security clearances is a condition of employment. Versaterm is committed to fair and equitable compensation that is competitive, consistent, and aligned with the value each role contributes to our organization. The starting salary for this position will be dependent upon many factors, such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience, education, training as well as internal equity, market data, and business needs. In addition to base salary and our comprehensive benefits offering, some roles may also be eligible for variable compensation such as incentive plans or discretionary performance bonuses. Versaterm does not use AI in the recruitment process. All stages of recruitment decisions are led by people, including our qualified acquisition team and our experienced hiring managers. Versaterm is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and a barrier-free workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process and apply to the terms and conditions of employment.