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Embedded Software Architect

STR · Arlington, VA

Posted about 3 months ago · $174,000 - $225,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
77 days
STR's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
99% of STR's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at STR
high
135 stale, 0 reposted of 139 open
Hiring momentum
215 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from STR's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for STR.

About this role

The Embedded Software Architect role at STR involves defining system and software architecture for advanced signal processing solutions on embedded platforms. The architect will analyze customer use cases, evaluate computational architectures, and implement software with a focus on resource efficiency and reliability. Additionally, the role includes mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with spacecraft integrators to translate mission objectives into technical specifications.

Our read on this posting3.2out of 5
benefits
1/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of STR as an employer.

What you need

  • Ability to obtain a security clearance, requiring U.S. citizenship
  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 7+ years’ experience in embedded software development for resource-constrained systems
  • Proficient in C/C++ for embedded systems
  • Strong foundation in signal processing algorithms
  • Experience with partitioning solutions between processors and programmable logic

Nice to have

  • Active Secret clearance with the U.S. Government
  • Advanced experience in Python, MATLAB, and/or other high-level programming languages
  • Familiarity with multi-threaded or multi-core real-time operating concepts
  • Knowledge of high-level software architecture design and scalability principles
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities, including mentoring junior staff

What you get

  • Full-Time Salary Range: $174,000 - $225,000

Worth weighing

  • Salary range is based on external market data and varies by candidate qualifications
  • Role involves complex algorithm analysis and may require significant collaboration with external integrators
  • Position requires obtaining a security clearance, which may be a barrier for some candidates

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Listed by STR on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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