Senior Software Engineer with Security Clearance

At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. Discover your future with us. As a Senior Software Engineer at Arete, you will lead the development of embedded and GUI software for advanced systems, including data acquisition, system control, and real-time data processing. This role requires the ability to serve as a technical lead within an agile software team, providing direction and oversight on project execution. Key responsibilities include implementing new features, resolving software bugs, and performing testing using remote Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test equipment. You will also lead the review and update of project software documentation, develop new software designs, and present technical content to customers. The position requires strong self-direction, the ability to manage deadlines, and close collaboration with a small cross-functional software and hardware team. Additional responsibilities include developing software modules for imaging sensor systems, testing on embedded processors and circuit boards, and active participation in daily scrum meetings. This is a full-time, exempt position based in Healdsburg, CA. We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer: Generous PTO and Leave Times * Flextime Scheduling

* Bereavement * Paid Time Off (PTO)

* Paid Parental Leave

Financial Benefits * 401K Retirement Plan Contribution

* Employee Stock Ownership Plan

* Continuing Education Funds Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits * Medical Insurance

* Dental & Vision Insurance

* Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)

* Vision Reimbursement Qualities We Look For * Creativity

* Integrity

* Passion

* Responsiveness

* Collaboration

Experiences and Background We Look For * Minimum 10 years of software development, including embedded systems development.

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science. C++ and embedded development experience.

* Collaborative team experience.

* Customer communication/presentation skills.

Nice to have * Linux systems-level knowledge and C++ programming.

* Petalinux software development/deployment.

* VS Code cross platform development.

* Experience with imaging systems and inertial navigation systems would be a strong fit.

* Development and use of low-level device drivers.

* Embedded Zynq FPGA development

* Knowledge of register memory maps, network communication, SPI, UART, I2C.

* Active security clearance

The salary range for this role is $140,000 to $180,000; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. Other Considerations Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility. Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at for assistance.