Piper Companies is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer for an onsite long-term contract position with a global technology leader located in RTP, NC. The Embedded Software Engineer will support a major platform development effort receiving significant investment, with a focus on secure, scalable embedded systems. You’ll be part of a collaborative engineering team working on foundational software components that power next-generation network and security solutions.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 3–7 years of experience in embedded software development
• Strong proficiency in Embedded C; familiarity with C++ is a plus
• Experience with Linux-based embedded systems and platform-level development (excluding device drivers)
• Knowledge of security protocols and cryptographic libraries (e.g., SSL, SSH, key management)
• Ability to work on-site in the RTP, NC area Strong analytical, debugging, and communication skills

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C and C++ for Linux-based systems
• Contribute to platform-level development with a focus on performance, scalability, and security
• Implement and integrate cryptographic protocols and secure communication standards (e.g., SSL, SSH)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and system architecture
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables