Software Developer

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

As a Embedded Software Engineer, you will actively participate in developing systems for radio frequency signal acquisition, processing, storage, and retrieval. These systems are crucial for spectrum monitoring and communications intelligence. Your expertise in real-time embedded server development, radio frequency communications, and signal processing will be key in overcoming signal detection, parameter measurement, and analysis challenges faced by spectrum regulators and intelligence organizations worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software for radio frequency signal acquisition and processing systems.

• Contribute to the development of IQ data transport, direction finding, and analysis systems.

• Apply real-time embedded server development knowledge to meet global spectrum monitoring challenges.

• Utilize expertise in radio frequency communications and signal processing techniques.

• Collaborate with a small, dynamic team to meet project timelines.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 4 years of C++ programming experience for Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).

• Proficiency in digital signal processing (DSP) and software-defined radio (SDR).

• Experience with signal processing and radio frequency (RF) technologies.

• Strong understanding of ADC, RTOS, and multi-threaded programming.

• Experience with geolocation, GPU, and Python.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Xilinx, AMD Zynq, and/or UltraScale+ development.

• Knowledge of PCIe and NVMe interfaces.

Work Environment

This position requires onsite work from Monday to Friday. However, for exceptional candidates, there may be consideration for those based in the Pacific Time Zone. The work environment operates like a startup within an established company, providing a dynamic and exciting atmosphere with short project timelines. The small team size allows for larger bonuses and fosters a collaborative culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fremont, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $180000.00 - $209000.00/yr.

medical dental vision 401k 15% yearly bonus potential

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.