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Principal Embedded Software Engineer

HRU Tech Sterling Heights, MI

Sterling Heights, MI

1mo ago Closed

$73 - $73/hr Contract Senior Ada Language C++ Language

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 18, 2026).

Job Description

Principal Embedded Software Engineer position at HRU Tech, on-site in Sterling Heights, MI, with contract-to-hire potential for defense programs.

Responsibilities

Architect and implement real-time embedded software, integrate components, and verify functionality across platforms.
Support the full software development lifecycle, including requirements capture, architecture, design, implementation, unit testing, hardware/software integration, verification, and validation.
Develop software for Linux based real-time targets or bare-metal environments.
Facilitate simulated and live system testing activities.
Collaborate with cross functional engineering teams to resolve technical challenges.
Ensure software solutions meet customer, technical, quality, cybersecurity, and performance requirements.
Promote secure software development practices and cybersecurity initiatives.
Troubleshoot complex software issues and contribute to problem-solving efforts.
Mentor junior engineers and support their technical development.
Lead software engineering activities across assigned programs, projects, or work directives.
Develop software project schedules, execution plans, and resource allocation strategies.
Monitor technical performance, cost, schedule, and quality metrics.
Support software verification planning and execution.
Coordinate with Safety Engineering to ensure safety-critical software requirements are properly implemented.
Participate in formal milestone reviews such as SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR.
Oversee Control Accounts and/or Work Packages as assigned.
Support EVMS reporting and Estimates at Complete.
Provide technical direction, tasking, and work assignments to project personnel.
Communicate program status, risks, technical updates, and resource needs to leadership and customers.
Coordinate internal and external resources to meet program objectives.
Ensure adherence to Software Quality Assurance and Configuration Management processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field; Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering degrees preferred.
6+ years of embedded software development and/or testing experience
4+ years of experience with a Master’s degree
2+ years of experience with a PhD
Experience with real-time embedded software development
Programming experience in C, C++, and Python
Experience with Linux operating systems and/or bare-metal embedded development
Experience with object oriented software design and development
Familiarity with Ethernet communications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to solve complex technical design, development, integration, and testing challenges
Ability to collaborate effectively with customers and cross-functional engineering teams
Ability to travel to customer sites as needed

Additional Qualifications for Team Lead Candidates

Working knowledge of EVMS principles
Experience as a Control Account Manager or Work Package Manager
Experience leading small software development teams
Ability to provide technical direction and coordinate work across software engineering personnel
Strong presentation, communication, and meeting facilitation skills
Experience communicating technical status, risks, issues, and recommendations to leadership and customers

Preferred Qualifications (Both Roles)

Ada programming experience
Experience with Git, GitLab, and Jira
Experience with Qt Framework and QML
Experience with DOORS
Familiarity with CMMI development processes
Experience with Nessus and Coverity cybersecurity scanning tools
Experience with system hardening and STIG implementation
Familiarity with military and commercial design standards
Cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework knowledge
Experience obtaining or maintaining ATO compliance
Weapon systems and/or combat vehicle experience
Active Secret Clearance

Technologies

C, C++, Python
Linux
Qt Framework and QML
DOORS
Git, GitLab, Jira
Nessus, Coverity
Ada
STIG
EVMS

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental
Vision
401k
7 paid holidays
10 days PTO
Additional PTO available in direct hire

Work Environment

On-site role in Sterling Heights, Michigan with no remote work
1st shift day schedule under a 9/80 plan: 9 hours Mon through Thu, 8 hours every other Friday, and alternate Friday off
Occasional overtime at 1.5x
Background check and drug screening may be required, including cannabis testing
HRU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Location and Compensation Details

Location: Sterling Heights, MI
Compensation: 73.69 USD per hour, overtime 1.5x over 40 hours

Citizenship and Security Clearance

Role supports a major defense contractor and requires U.S. citizenship due to the nature of work and clearance eligibility
An active clearance is not required to start; candidates must meet U.S. citizenship requirements for future clearance eligibility
Permanent Residents/Green Card holders and applicants requiring temporary work authorization (F1-CPT, F1-OPT, H-1B, TN, etc.) are not eligible

How to Apply

Apply for this job with your current resume
HRU Tech will respond with feedback on your application the same day
Proceed to an online screening conversation to review requirements and ask questions
Receive further feedback and potential progression to next steps; the typical process from start to selection is under 24 hours

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