Lead Embedded Software Engineer

Posted:
11/25/2025, 3:40:54 AM

Location(s):
Arlington, Virginia, United States ⋅ Virginia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

Workplace Type:
On-site

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Overview of Opportunity

Two Six Technologies is looking for a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to join our team in Arlington, Virginia. The team is composed of intellectual individuals, passionate about embedded systems engineering. They are expanding their team and searching for individuals with a strong background in low-level development who can effectively build mobile systems. If you have experience in developing embedded software for Linux and Android operating systems, then the team would be interested in speaking with you!

Responsibilities Include:

Maturing proof-of-concept R&D technology to operational fieldable solutions
Build test automation using Gitlab to leverage range deployments and solution evaluation
Developing APIs and other interfaces bridging the software/hardware technology overlap
Support of scalable and modular design methodology
Engaging in technical exchanges with transition partners and key stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related Scientific Domain
Minimum of 8 years of experience with one or more of the following modern development languages: C , C++, Embedded C, and Rust using an agile software development process
Minimum of 8 years experience with Operating Systems internals (privilege and user groups, binary memory layout, namespaces)
Experience leading a small technical team of engineers and researchers
Active US Security clearance of Top Secret level and ability to obtain and maintain SCI
Ability to work on-site at Arlington, VA headquarters

Nice to haves:

Basic understanding of memory management concepts (Heap, Stack, Virtual Memory, MMU, Physical vs. Virtual)
Experience with testing, CI/CD pipelines, and virtual machine test ranges
Experience with firmware/driver development across Linux and Android OS’es
Experience in a client-facing technical role
Graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related Scientific Domain

Clearance Requirements:

Active US Security clearance of Top Secret level and ability to obtain and maintain SCI

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Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary Range

$176,800—$265,200 USD

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Ready to make the first move towards growing your career? If so, check out the Two Six Technologies Candidate Journey! This will give you step-by-step directions on applying, what to expect during the application process, information about our rich benefits and perks along with our most frequently asked questions. If you are undecided and would like to learn more about us and how we are contributing to essential missions, check out our Two Six Technologies News page! We share information about the tech world around us and how we are making an impact! Still have questions, no worries! You can reach us at Contact Two Six Technologies. We are happy to connect and cover the information needed to assist you in reaching your next career milestone.

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to [email protected]. Information provided will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Additionally, please be advised that this business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices.

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Two Six Technologies

Website: https://twosixtech.com/

Headquarter Location: Arlington, Virginia, United States

Employee Count: 501-1000

Year Founded: 2017

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Venture - Series Unknown

Industries: Cyber Security ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Network Security

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