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VMS Software Engineer

Archer · San Jose, California, United States

Posted about 3 months ago · $142,800 - $220,600

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
80 days
Archer's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
93% of Archer's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Archer
high
156 stale, 5 reposted of 158 open
Hiring momentum
226 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 Archer's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Archer.

About this role

The VMS Software Engineer role at Archer involves developing high-reliability embedded software systems, primarily using modern C++ on Linux platforms. The engineer will work closely with hardware, writing drivers, debugging hardware integration issues, and ensuring software safety and performance. The position requires a hands-on approach, including troubleshooting with tools like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers, all within an agile development framework.

Our read on this posting3.2out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
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 Archer as an employer.

What you need

  • 2–5 years of embedded software engineering experience
  • Strong proficiency in modern C++ (11/14/17/20)
  • Fluency in Python and Bash
  • Solid understanding of Embedded Linux
  • Experience with real-time constraints and resource constrained hardware

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with Yocto, GTest, CMake, ansible

What you get

  • Base pay range of $142,800 - $220,600
  • Pay-for-performance culture
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusivity
  • Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • The role is hardware heavy, which may not appeal to all software engineers
  • Compensation range is broad, actual pay depends on individual qualifications

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

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