804 Backend Software Engineer jobs in Chicago,IL

Embedded Software Engineer

Actalent

Chicago, IL

Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, Master's degree with 6 years of experience, or equivalent practical experience in software or embedded systems engineering.
Strong proficiency in C++ and object‑oriented programming, with the ability to apply solid design principles from day one.
Experience developing embedded software on Linux or other real‑time operating systems.
Hands‑on experience in a lab environment, including testing, debugging, and integrating embedded software on hardware platforms.
U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
Active Secret security clearance.
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools such as Jira and Git, or similar issue‑tracking and version‑control systems.
Scripting experience using languages such as Python or Bash to support development, automation, and testing tasks.
Experience with embedded systems and firmware development.
Experience with SPs or ARM cores embedded in FPGAs or SoCs.
Ability to work independently, be self‑sufficient, and quickly become productive in a complex engineering environment.