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Embedded Linux RTOS Software Engineer

HRU Tech Sterling Heights, MI

Sterling Heights, MI

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$50 - $56/hr Contract Buildroot DevOps Embedded C

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Job Description

HRU Tech is hiring an Embedded Linux / RTOS Software Engineer for a hybrid contract role in Sterling Heights, MI. Work on embedded software for military ground vehicles, supporting the Software Loader and Verifier team across development, testing, and deployment. The position involves building and configuring embedded operating systems, low-level system programming, verification, and troubleshooting.

What you’ll do

Lead development, documentation, and maintenance of software architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and designs.
Develop and integrate complex software components into fully functional software systems.
Create software verification plans, test procedures, and test environments.
Execute test procedures and document results to confirm software requirements are met.
Load software components and images to deploy official software releases in lab environments and military vehicles.
Build and configure VxWorks, Linux, and other embedded operating systems.
Perform Linux system programming, including device-driver development and new hardware enablement on embedded Linux platforms.
Integrate software components into build systems and support end-to-end embedded software development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and improvement.
Support embedded system security through cryptography and secure system architectures.
Optimize system performance and complex software pipelines, while managing individual priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
Troubleshoot low-level software issues and help distinguish between hardware and software root causes.
Support hardware bring-up and software or hardware integration activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
5-7 years of relevant software engineering experience.
Strong C and/or C++ experience, including development of maintainable, long-lived codebases.
Experience across the full software development lifecycle: requirements, use cases, architecture, design, development, testing, integration, and deployment.
Strong understanding of asynchronous programming environments involving processes, threads, timers, interrupts, and related concepts.
Experience working with complex, existing software systems and codebases.
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of hardware bring-up.
Experience with Linux system image build tools such as Yocto or Buildroot.
Experience with Wind River VxWorks and associated debugging tools such as Workbench.
Experience with Linux system programming including device drivers, bootloaders, memory maps, or other low-level development.
Experience with Linux kernel development.
Experience with Agile development methodologies.
Experience with GitLab, CI/CD, and CI agents.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Helpful background

Safety-critical and/or real-time systems (preferred).
Eclipse, Git, GCC, DOORS, Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence, GDB, Qt.
Type I and Type II hypervisors.
Common self-update strategies and open-source self-updaters.
SELinux, Verified Boot, Trusted Execution Environments (TEE).
Embedded system security topics such as digital signatures, encryption, and authentication, nonrepudiation, confidentiality, and integrity.
NIST post-quantum / quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms.
Ground combat vehicle software or electronic systems.
Continuous improvement processes and methodologies.

Security and physical requirements

This position may require eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.
Ability to climb on and off, work in, and work around military vehicles.
Must be able to pass an Anthropometric Size Requirement (ASR) test for confined-space access.
Work may occur in prototype shops, laboratories, manufacturing environments, and offices.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Previous experience working with ground combat vehicles is preferred.

Compensation and benefits

$50–56/hour + PTO, Paid Holidays, and Optional Benefits

Key tools and technologies

C, C++, VxWorks, Linux
Yocto, Buildroot
Workbench, Linux kernel development
GitLab, CI/CD, GitLab CI agents
Microsoft Office

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1d ago

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

The Panther Group Inc Sterling Heights, MI

Sterling Heights, MI

1d ago

$69 - $82/hr Full time Senior Embedded C Embedded Development

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Job Description

Work onsite in Sterling Heights, MI on embedded software for a next-generation ground combat vehicle program. This senior role focuses on end-to-end development and integration, with collaboration across multiple technical teams and opportunities to contribute across core embedded areas.

The Panther Group Inc offers an hourly pay range of $69 to $82 (depending on experience) and a team environment where software requirements, design, coding, testing, integration, and release support come together in a structured software lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Develop software requirements, design documentation, and application code for embedded systems.
Perform requirements analysis along with preliminary and detailed design.
Develop embedded software using established engineering standards and procedures.
Develop and execute unit and functional test procedures.
Support hardware/software integration and troubleshoot software issues.
Assist with software releases involving multiple developers.
Contribute across software areas including board support, cybersecurity, displays, and system downloading.
Interface with Systems Engineering, Software Quality, and other technical teams.
Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies.
Provide development status updates to project leadership.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
10+ years of related software engineering experience (preferred).
Strong C++ experience required.
DOS experience required.
Experience with C, C#, Java, Python, and/or Qt.
Experience with Git, GitLab, and/or Bitbucket.
Experience with embedded operating systems such as VxWorks, Linux, RTOS, or similar environments.
Experience with board support packages (BSPs) and virtualization.
Experience with serial and network protocols including RS-232/422, CAN, TCP/IP, and UDP/IP.
Experience with DDS, Kafka, or other publish/subscribe middleware.
Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.
Ability to work on and around military vehicles, including climbing on/off vehicles and working in confined spaces (preferred).
Must be able to pass an ASR (Anthropometric Size Requirement) test for confined spaces.
Up to 10% travel may occasionally be required.
Eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance is required; non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible. The contract staffing company will hold the clearance.

Preferred Experience

Defense or military vehicle software development experience.
Ground combat vehicle network architecture.
Experience with GCIA, MOSA, SOSA, FACE, NGVA, or UKGVA architectures/data models.
Type 1/Type 2 hypervisors.
Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization technologies.
IoT concepts and architectures.
Cameo Systems Modeler.
Time Sensitive Networking (TSN).
Multicast networking.
TCP/UDP networking.
Data Distribution Service (DDS).

Technologies

C++, DOS, C, C#, Java, Python, Qt
Git, GitLab, Bitbucket
VxWorks, Linux, RTOS, BSPs, virtualization
RS-232/422, CAN, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, DDS, Kafka
Agile, Scrum, Agile/Scrum

Location: 100% onsite, Sterling Heights, MI

Pay Rate: $69 to $82 per hour (depending on experience)

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3mo ago

Principal Embedded Software Engineer

HRU Tech Sterling Heights, MI

Sterling Heights, MI

3mo 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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