Embedded Software Engineer

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of DefenseTS/SCI security clearance ispreferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:As an Embedded Software Engineer in the Space and Intelligence Systems business, you'll be a member of a cross-functional team responsible for design, development, and test of specialized solutions that are launched into space and considered by our customers to be national assets.We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:Proficiency in languages such as C++, C, PythonKnowledge of designing networked applications, microservices architecture, and distributed systemsExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Kubernetes, Docker)Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practicesExperience with authentication, authorization, and security best practicesKnowledge of message queuing systems and event-driven architecturesExperience working in Agile/Scrum development environmentsProficient with version control systems such as Git/GitlabThrive in a collaborative, security-conscious environmentWhat sets you apart:Ability to lead the software development processExpertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges in creative waysCollaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and positioning others for successThorough knowledge of technology trends and willingness to champion new ideas and process improvementsCommitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and othersDrive to integrate AI into the daily work life to improve workplace efficiencyYou will be a part of the Scottsdale, AZ locationOur Commitment to You:An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s securityFlexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and moreSee more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefitsThis estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.USD $100,219.00 - USD $111,180.00 /Yr.General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Created: 2026-04-04