Embedded Jobs in Irvine, CA

Software Engineer

Must be U.S. citizen due to U.S. Government contract requirements.

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. Active clearance preferred.

Arkham Technology is a leader in cutting-edge engineering solutions, providing advanced technologies to support mission-critical applications. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable solutions to meet the complex challenges of modern defense and commercial industries.

Position Overview:

Arkham Technology is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer with expertise in embedded systems and software development to play a crucial role in leading the development and implementation of embedded software solutions for our company's products. You will provide technical guidance and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality embedded software solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

· Design, code, test, integrate and document firmware and software for embedded systems and communication products

· Support software engineering activities including interface design, system integration, code reviews, and software testing

· Participate in internal review of software components and systems.

· Create required project documentation in support of contract deliverables. Including development plans, requirement and design specifications, and test documents.

· Develop embedded software for network security applications, including device management software, communication protocols, device drivers, and control plane security features.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software and hardware solutions.

· Manage requirements, including decomposition, allocation, verification, and validation

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

· 4+ years of experience in embedded systems design

· High proficiency in embedded C/C++ or equivalent systems language

· Broad spectrum of knowledge to be able to understand end-to-end network system architecture from wireless physical layer all the way up to application end-point.

· Understanding of MAC and Networking layer of a communication system.

· Deep understanding of Internet Protocol Security (IPsec), network protocols, data authentication and encryption (e.g. TLS, SSL, encryption, OpenSSL, X.509 Certificates, etc.)

· Knowledge and experience of different security protocols and encryption algorithms such as suite of CNSA algorithms.

· Experience with low-level hardware driver implementation

· Experience with embedded Linux

· Ability to work in a Bare Metal environment.

· Familiarity with ARM architecture.

· Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

· Willing to travel periodically, as needed

Desired Qualifications

· Experience with systems, software and hardware development processes in DoD applications

· Familiarity with DoD Protocols: Knowledge of dynamic discovery processes and security protocols used in DoD networks

· Expertise in Cryptographic Technologies and Cross Domain Solutions

· Familiarity with DoD Protocols: Knowledge of dynamic discovery processes and security protocols used in DoD networks

· Proficiency in Cryptographic Modernization 2 Operational Management

· Knowledge of NETCONF/RESTCONF and YANG modeling to enhance network management and operability.

· Understanding of Cryptographic Key Management based on EKMS and KMI

· Familiarity with architecture development and system modeling tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler

· Knowledge of Networking and Interface technologies including Web services like RESTful and SOAP

· Understanding of Security requirements to provide Authentication, integrity, and confidentiality services and implementation

· Expertise in Public Key Infrastructure with trust chains, certificates, revocation checking, cert validation

· Expertise in Cryptographic mechanisms such as SHA, HMAC, Elliptic Curve, and quantum resistance approaches

· Understanding of Cryptographic Message Syntax (CMS)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How did you hear about this opportunity? (Indeed, LinkedIn, Flyers, or other)
• Have you worked with Secure Boot in any of your previous roles, particularly in the context of embedded systems or firmware security?
• Are you a US citizen?

Work Location: In person