Sr Embedded Engineer / C++ / OOP / Minneapolis, MN

We’re hiring an Embedded Software Engineer for a contract role in Bloomington, MN (onsite initially) with a leading defense technology organization. This role focuses on C++ embedded development in Linux environments, supporting mission‑critical systems. This is a 12–18 month contract with potential for contract‑to‑hire. This role offers hands‑on work across multi‑module embedded systems, including new development, enhancements, and integration. The team needs a self‑sufficient engineer who can contribute immediately, solve problems independently, and operate with urgency. Strong exposure to system‑level integration and complex embedded environments makes this a solid opportunity for engineers who want impactful, technical work without ramp time. Contract Duration: 12 – 18 Months Required Skills & Experience Strong C++ (Object‑Oriented Programming, inheritance, etc.) Linux development experience (builds, navigation, debugging) Integration & testing experience (system‑level preferred) Agile experience 5+ years of relevant experience (or Master’s + 3 years) Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field U.S. Citizenship required Desired Skills & Experience Networking (switches, protocols, controllers) Git and CI/CD pipelines FPGA (Xilinx preferred) Firmware experience RTOS MIL‑STD‑1553 Embedded systems background What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown 70% Embedded C++ (Linux) 30% Integration & Testing Daily Responsibilities 70% Hands‑On Development 10% Technical Problem Solving 20% Team Collaboration #J-18808-Ljbffr