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Our mission is to make the world safer-whether it’s protecting troops, securing infrastructure, or enabling smarter cities. We design, manufacture, and deploy advanced sensor systems that deliver real-time insights for defense and commercial applications.\nPosition Overview:\nAs we expand, we’re looking for a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to accelerate product development of high performance, embedded software systems.\nLocation:\nThe position is located in the Syracuse, NY office with the potential for hybrid arrangements.\nResponsibilities:\nLead the design and development of software components that advance our sensor’s ability to:Detect and track new types of targets. \nProcess target data with high throughput and reliable performance. \nMonitor performance and health metrics and autonomously recover from faults. \nInteract with cloud-based systems and other network components. \nIntegrate with new hardware components.\n\nDecompose system requirements and drive key software architectural decisions based on input from product managers, program managers, and other stakeholders. \nCollaborate with Software, Systems, Digital and RF engineers to advance overall product capabilities. \nDevelop performant software and improve the existing codebase as an individual contributor. \nDelegate tasking and oversee the efforts of more junior engineers.\nParticipate in collaborative design and code reviews. \nPlay an active role in the validation and verification of both design and system-level capabilities. \nProvide professional mentorship, technical guidance, and thought leadership to engineering teams.\nWhat We’re Looking For:\nOwnership of technical tasking from ideation to deployment.\nDemonstrated ability to foster and facilitate a culture of learning and collaboration across hybrid (in-person and remote) teams.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.\nAbility to think creatively to overcome technical challenges.\nPassion to drive software engineering process improvements and stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies. \nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering with strong programming background \n10+ years industry experience. \nExpertise in Python and C++ application development.\nDeep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and implementation best practices.\nExperience developing for and working on embedded Linux Operating Systems (Ubuntu and PetaLinux a plus).\n10% travel.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nFamiliarity with Radar Systems, Communication Systems, and Signal Processing.\nExperience with analysis methods and tools developed in Python and MATLAB\nCompensation and Benefits: Hidden Level offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid parental leave, flexible time off, 401(k) with employer contributions, life insurance, disability insurance, and potential stock options.\nSalary Range: The salary range for this position is estimated at $134,000 to $174,000 annually. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Hidden Level considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.\nEqual Opportunity Employer: Hidden Level is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\nSecurity Note: Due to the nature of Hidden Level’s technology, only U.S. citizens can be considered for this position. Hidden Level Employees must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if required for the position. 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