Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Job overview

The Senior Embedded Software Engineer is an onsite role based in Huntsville, AL, with a salary range of $131,300–$237,350 per year. This position supports the Kinetic Effects Business Area within Leidos' Defense Group, focusing on tactical strike, sensors, and UAS solutions. The role involves designing and architecting full-stack software solutions for airborne systems. The engineer will lead technical design decisions, mentor junior staff, and ensure the development of robust, innovative software frameworks for mission-critical systems.

What you'll do

• Design and architect full-stack software for airborne systems
• lead technical design decisions
• develop software tools and test harnesses
• mentor junior engineers
• communicate with stakeholders
• take ownership of software components from concept to deployment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

huntsville al

leidos

embedded software

avionics

rtos

hdl

defense

software engineering

$131k-$237k/yr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement.

Why this role

Experience with embedded software, RTOS, HDL, and avionics/defense systems.

About the employer

Leidos is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.