Senior Software Engineer (Embedded)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Embedded): Designing and implementing software for complex CUAS systems in mission-critical applications with an accent on C++ development, Linux proficiency, and system diagnostics. Focus on building robust, high-performance code for autonomous defense platforms and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support deployed capabilities.

Location: Must be based in San Diego, CA (Onsite role)

Salary: $100,500 - $142,275

Company

hirify.global is a premier autonomous systems company delivering breakthrough defense technology across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and implement software applications for complex autonomous systems.
• Maintain and support existing software applications and deployed systems.
• Perform debug and diagnostics on software systems to ensure mission readiness.
• Participate in the full testing lifecycle, including test review, analysis, and certification.
• Collaborate with business development and customer success teams to support new capability rollouts.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), or asylee/refugee (ITAR compliance required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3+ years of professional experience in C++ application development.
• Demonstrated expert programming ability in C/C++ or Python.
• Strong proficiency with Linux environments.
• Ability to work onsite in an office environment in San Diego, CA.

Nice to have

• Experience with data acquisition or embedded sensor systems.
• Experience working with digital RF systems and Software Defined Radio (SDR).
• Experience working with highly threaded code bases.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Flexible 9/80 work schedule.
• Paid holiday shutdown periods.
• Opportunity to work on mission-critical defense technology with a 50-year heritage.