Embedded Software Engineer

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Job Description

4D Tech Solutions, an AFS company, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer experience in engineering disciplines to support a multidisciplinary product development team focused on advanced sensor technologies. The role involves designing, developing, and commercializing embedded systems for unmanned vehicles and handheld, body‑worn, or mounted platforms, requiring strong skills in embedded software, GUI development, and DevSecOps practices. Candidates will design and develop embedded applications, streamlined user interfaces, and remote-control solutions for sensor systems while also performing calibration and testing in lab and field environments. The ideal engineer thrives in dynamic settings, adapts to shifting project objectives, and contributes to mission success through effective collaboration. This position offers the opportunity to work across diverse technologies and play a key role in delivering next‑generation sensing solutions.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a similar degree
• 5+ years’ experience in design and development of embedded software for sensors and devices
• 5+ years’ experience in C, C++, and/or Python programming language
• 5+ years’ experience applying modern GUI design principles to develop user interfaces for sensor and data intensive applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with embedded Linux development (PetaLinux/Raspberry Pi, etc.)
• Familiarity with optics, lasers, LiDAR, and camera systems
• Experience with Xilinx Zynq architecture
• Experience with FPGA development and VHDL language
• Familiarity with Qt or another cross-platform user-interface toolkit
• Experience developing graphical user interfaces for unmanned systems
• Experience working with government customers (demonstrations/test events)
• Familiarity with NIST 800-171 security controls
• Familiarity with or certified to operate unmanned aerial systems (FAA Part 107 certification)

Eligibility Requirement

• U.S. citizenship required
• Active Secret clearance preferred or ability to obtain one

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