ACARA Jobs
Embedded Software Engineer
Apply- ID: 558897
- Posted: 4/7/2026
- Location: Dedham, MA
- Category: IT - Computer/Software/Hardware
- Job Type: Temp to Direct
- Duration: 12 + Months
Description
Embedded Software Engineer (Cybersecurity)
Location: Dedham, MA | Compensation: $78.29/ Hr.
Location: Dedham, MA | Compensation: $78.29/ Hr.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Flexible 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
- Competitive benefits including 401(k) match, healthcare, and paid parental leave
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on national security innovation
- Strong culture of learning, growth, and recognition with access to cutting-edge projects
Why This Opportunity is Exciting:
Join a high-impact team developing advanced cybersecurity and encryption solutions that support critical national missions. You'll work at the forefront of secure embedded systems and high-speed data technologies.
Join a high-impact team developing advanced cybersecurity and encryption solutions that support critical national missions. You'll work at the forefront of secure embedded systems and high-speed data technologies.
What You'll Do:
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for mission-critical cybersecurity devices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions
- Translate system requirements into software design, code, and test plans
- Debug, test, and enhance software across the full development lifecycle
- Contribute to continuous improvement and modernization of long-lifecycle products
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related STEM field
- 5+ years of embedded software development experience OR 3+ years with a Master's degree
- 5+ years of experience in object-oriented programming using C++, Java, or similar
- 5+ years of experience working with embedded systems (Linux, Android, or similar environments)
- Secret Clearance
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
- Experience with real-time, multi-threaded embedded systems
- Familiarity with Android Open Source Project (AOSP) or Android system applications
- Knowledge of model-based development tools (e.g., Rhapsody), UML, or device drivers
- Exposure to ARM virtualization, hypervisors, or modern build systems (Ninja/SOONG)
- Ability to lead technical initiatives and work independently with minimal guidance
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.