Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Sterling Heights, MI

Pay: $50-54/hour



About the Role

General Dynamics is seeking an Embedded Linux/RTOS Engineer with DevSecOps expertise to join our team. In this role, you will help integrate and support vehicle electronic systems as part of our Software Loader and Verifier/DevSecOps team.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and deploy software images to lab environments and vehicles.
• Build and configure embedded operating systems (VxWorks, Linux, etc.).
• Develop Linux system software, drivers, and enable new hardware on embedded Linux systems.
• Integrate various software packages into build systems.
• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve embedded software.
• Implement security on embedded systems using cryptography and secure architectures.
• Set and manage priorities, deadlines, and project deliverables.
• Use tools like GitLab, Bitbucket, Eclipse, GIT, DOORs, Jira, Confluence, gdb, and QT.
• Work within Agile teams, using Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD) practices.
• Work with Linux device drivers, bootloaders, and memory maps (strongly preferred).
• Maintain safety-critical or real-time systems (a plus).
• Manage build environments such as Buildroot, OpenEmbedded, Python, and especially Yocto.
• Apply self-update and open-source updater solutions.
• Work on security features such as SELinux, verified boot, and trusted execution environments (a plus).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering required.
• 5–7 years of relevant work experience.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, ArgoCD, Jenkins).
• Ability to apply GitOps principles for deployment automation.
• Proactively identify and resolve performance issues.
• Write and maintain scripts (Bash, Python, Go, or similar) to automate tasks.
• Develop maintainable C and/or C++ code for long-term use.
• Troubleshoot low-level software and distinguish hardware vs. software issues.
• Collaborate with developers to enhance deployment processes.
• Promote DevOps culture and best practices.
• Document infrastructure, processes, and scripts.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Additional / Desired Experience

• Eligibility for US security clearance may be required (Non-US citizens may not qualify).
• Self-starter, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to work with all organizational levels.
• Excellent organization skills to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Will work in prototype shop, lab, manufacturing, and office settings.
• Able to work overtime when required.
• Bring continuous improvement methods to your work.
• Strong teamwork and independent work skills.
• Previous experience with ground combat vehicles is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer