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IL · UT · NC · TX · AZ · FL · NV · CO · GA · CA · OR · WA
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Actalent

Embedded Software Engineer

Arlington Heights, IL, United States

$55 to $80 USD / hour

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Pay: $55 to $80 USD / hour
Experience: Top degree plus at least 2 years of experience in embedded software or a closely related field is beneficial.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 9, 2026

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Job Title: Embedded Software EngineerJob DescriptionThis Embedded Software Engineer role supports missioncritical RF programs in a labbased engineering environment in Arlington Heights, IL. You will design, develop, and integrate C++ embedded software running on realtime operating systems such as Linux and other RTOS platforms. Working within Agile workflows, you will participate in the full software development lifecyclefrom requirements and architecture through coding, testing, and hardware integrationto deliver highreliability systems for defense applications. The position requires strong handson experience in C++ development, embedded RTOS environments, and ontarget lab testing and debugging. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain or hold a Secret clearance are required.Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain embedded C++ software for missioncritical RF systems running on Linux and other realtime operating systems.
Participate in the full software lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, unit testing, integration, and verification of embedded software components.
Integrate software with hardware in a lab environment, performing handson testing, debugging, and validation on embedded targets.
Apply objectoriented design principles to create robust, maintainable, and scalable software solutions for multithreaded and distributed embedded systems.
Use Agile development practices and tools such as Jira and Git to plan work, track progress, manage source code, and collaborate with crossfunctional engineering teams.
Write and maintain scripting tools (e.g., Python, Bash) to support build, test, automation, and diagnostic activities for embedded software.
Perform detailed debugging and rootcause analysis of software and system issues on real hardware, and implement effective fixes and optimizations.
Collaborate closely with systems, hardware, and FPGA engineers to ensure proper integration of software with SPs or ARM cores embedded in FPGAs and SoCs.
Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes, coding standards, and test strategies within the Agile team.
Document designs, interfaces, test procedures, and results to support traceability, compliance, and longterm maintainability of the software.

Essential Skills

Bachelors degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience, or Masters degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience, or equivalent practical experience in embedded software engineering.
Strong proficiency in C++ and objectoriented programming, with the ability to apply OOD principles effectively from day one.
Proven experience developing embedded software on Linux or other realtime operating systems (RTOS).
Handson experience in a lab environment performing software testing, debugging, and integration directly on hardware targets.
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools such as Jira and Git or similar systems for issue tracking and version control.
Scripting experience using languages such as Python and Bash to support development, testing, and automation tasks.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Ability to work onsite fulltime and operate effectively in a team environment on cleared programs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with modern C++ standards, particularly C++11, in embedded environments.
Strong debugging and integration skills on embedded targets, including multithreaded and distributed embedded systems.
Experience working with SPs or ARM cores embedded in FPGAs and systemonchip (SoC) devices.
Experience with C and Embedded C in addition to C++ for lowlevel software development.
Experience with embedded Linux environments and associated toolchains.
Active Secret security clearance is highly desirable.
Top degree plus at least 2 years of experience in embedded software or a closely related field is beneficial.
Ability to work independently, be selfsufficient, and quickly become productive in a complex, missionfocused environment.

Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a collaborative, teamoriented engineering environment where you work alongside other embedded software engineers and crossfunctional technical staff. The position is onsite five days per week due to the nature of cleared work and direct access to secure servers and hardware used on government programs. You will spend time both at your workstation and in the lab, validating and debugging code on embedded targets and RFbased technology. The environment is fastpaced and missiondriven, with an emphasis on highreliability systems, Agile practices, and handson problem solving. Standard engineering computing tools, Agile software tools such as Jira and Git, scripting environments like Python and Bash, and lab equipment for embedded hardware testing are regularly use Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Arlington Heights, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $55.00 - $80.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Arlington Heights, IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Arlington Heights,IL.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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