Embedded Software Engineer
$70 - $110 per hourActalent
Actalent is Hiring: Embedded Software Engineer Location: San Diego, CA Area Pay Rate: $70-$110/hour Duration: Estimated 12-month contract with potential for extensions and the opportunity to apply for a direct hire position. Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance Actalent is actively seeking an Embedded Software Engineer with expertise in embedded systems, C/C++ development, and cryptographic software to support advanced defense and communication technology programs. We are looking for qualified candidates ASAP for this opportunity. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, integrate, and test embedded software for secure communication and cryptographic systems. Develop and support real-time, multi-threaded embedded applications. Work with cross-functional teams including Systems Engineering, Hardware, Digital Engineering, and Integration & Test. Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements through testing and deployment. Integrate low-level firmware and software components in complex embedded environments. Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize embedded systems and software performance. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or a related STEM discipline and 5+ years of relevant experience (Master's degree with 3+ years also considered). Active Secret Clearance required. Strong proficiency in C/C++ development. Experience implementing cryptographic solutions using software libraries. Experience with Yocto/Petalinux or WindRiver Linux. Experience with Xilinx platforms including Zynq, Ultrascale+, and Versal. Knowledge of TCP/IP networking and common network configurations. Experience developing and debugging embedded real-time systems. Experience with Agile development tools such as Git, Bitbucket, and Jira. Preferred Experience Rust programming knowledge. Linux kernel and low-level driver development. Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization technologies. Software Defined Radio (SDR) systems. Communication protocols including I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, and Ethernet. Xilinx development tools such as Vivado and Vitis. Familiarity with modern NSA security standards. Experience with bare-metal development, assembly language, and embedded device drivers. Active Top Secret or SAP clearance is a plus. This opportunity offers the chance to work on highly advanced embedded and secure communications technologies within a collaborative engineering environment supporting mission-critical applications. Qualified applicants will be contacted directly with additional project details, client information, and next steps. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $110.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. 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