Embedded Software Lead

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1 month ago
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Embedded Software Lead - Layer2-3 Network Protocol Lead

Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our innovative defence tech sector client for an Embedded Software Lead to join a multidisciplinary team advancing the possibilities of underwater secure acoustics communications.

As the Layer 2-3 Lead you will work in a multidisciplinary team of Chief Scientist & Chief Engineer, and, working alongside the Layer 1 Lead , you will be responsible for implementing, testing and supporting acoustic protocol developments in a new family of products for use in military environments.

Working with the Chief scientist, Layer 1 (Physical) Lead, and external SMEs you will help to specify, develop, implement & document, application tuned, layer 2 and layer 3 protocol solutions, aligned with hardened military off the shelf deployment hardware platforms.

Key focus areas for this role

Protocol Development: new and emerging networking protocols for Layer 1-3,
Shaping Standards: next-generation acoustic communication standards.
Performance Optimization: Build high-performance, low-latency solutions for real-time and mission-critical applications
Challenging Channel Solutions: Develop protocols capable of overcoming noise, interference, and unpredictable conditions in environments such as wireless, satellite, and battlefield communications.
Testing and Validation: Devise and execute test plans to evaluate protocol performance, reliability, and interoperability under extreme operating conditions.
Multiplatform Build and Deployment: Developing, testing, and deploying code through multiplatform build tools and deployment pipelines
Cybersecurity IntegrationYour experience

Ability to gain SC security clearance if not already Active
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Expertise in programming languages like C, C++, and/or Rust, with a focus on low-level networking development, preferably against defence related requirements.
Strong understanding of networking concepts, including Layer 1-3 fundamentals, and a passion for creating innovative solutions beyond existing standards.
Proficiency in multiplatform build and deployment tools such as CMake, Bazel, Make, or Ninja, and version control systems like Git.
Proficiency in developing and applying tools for embedded system performance analysis and debugging.

Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today! - and feel free to follow up with a direct message on LinkedIn!

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