Embedded Software Engineer Job at Insight Global, San Diego, CA

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  • Insight Global
  • San Diego, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

A lead defense contractor that specializes in autonomous unmanned systems is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support development of onboard flight software for their aircraft(s). This role focuses on real-time, embedded software that runs directly on high-end onboard systems, providing critical data to both the autopilot and ground control systems. This is not a ground station or traditional application software role — it's core to autonomy and onboard intelligence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, integrate, and maintain embedded Linux applications that support autonomous operations onboard aircraft.
  • Work with flight development boards that simulate loitering munition avionics systems for software development and testing.
  • Write software targeting systems based on NXP i.MX8 or NVIDIA processors (ARM or ARM+CUDA architectures).
  • Develop in C++ within a Linux environment; strong emphasis on modern, maintainable C++ code.
  • Use tools like GitLab and GitHub to manage version control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing using runners for continuous integration and rigorous software validation.
  • Collaborate with autonomy, avionics, and software engineering teams to deliver reliable and efficient onboard capabilities.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

- 5–7 years of experience developing in C++; Proficiency with modern software development tools (Git)

- Experience with embedded Linux environments; Development for ARM-based platforms (e.g., i.MX8, NVIDIA Jetson)

- Experience with the Robot Operating System (ROS2); Knowledge of ROS domain concepts and best practices Understanding of flight software or real-time systems

- Proficiency with Docker, containers, and virtual environments

- Experience with GitLab/GitHub CI pipelines is highly desirable.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary engineering environment.

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