Embedded Software Engineer

Arkham Technology Ltd. is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to design, implement, and integrate firmware for our network security and communications products. This onsite role in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, requires U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a DoD Secret clearance, with opportunities to collaborate across hardware and software domains on mission-critical systems.

Below is a concise view of the core responsibilities, prerequisites, and the technology stack associated with the role.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, integrate, and document firmware and software for embedded systems and communication products
• Assist software engineering activities including interface design, system integration, code reviews, and software testing
• Contribute to internal reviews of software components and overall systems
• Produce project documentation to support contract deliverables, including development plans, requirements and design specifications, and test artifacts
• Develop embedded software for network security applications, covering device management, protocols, drivers, and control plane security features
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware solutions
• Manage requirements through decomposition, allocation, verification, and validation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience in embedded systems design
• Strong proficiency in embedded C/C++ or equivalent systems language
• Broad understanding of end-to-end network system architecture from wireless physical layer to the application endpoint
• Knowledge of MAC and Networking layers in communications systems
• Deep understanding of IPsec, network protocols, data authentication and encryption (TLS, SSL, OpenSSL, X.509 Certificates, etc.)
• Familiarity with CNSA security algorithms
• Experience with low-level hardware driver implementation
• Experience with embedded Linux
• Ability to work in a Bare Metal environment
• Familiarity with ARM architecture
• Strong problem-solving abilities and collaborative team mindset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Willingness to travel periodically, as needed

Technologies

• Embedded C/C++
• Embedded Linux
• ARM architecture
• Bare Metal environments
• OpenSSL, TLS, SSL, X.509 Certificates
• CNSA algorithms
• NETCONF, RESTCONF, YANG
• Cameo Systems Modeler
• RESTful, SOAP
• SHA, HMAC
• Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC)
• Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Cryptographic Message Syntax (CMS)
• EKMS, KMI

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Position overview

Arkham Technology is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to lead the development and deployment of embedded software across our product line. The role provides technical guidance and ensures the delivery of high-quality embedded software solutions, with a focus on network security and reliable device-and-communication functionality.

Job type

Full-time

Pay

USD 85,000 - 180,000 per year

Work location

Onsite in Linthicum Heights, MD