Principal Embedded Cryptographic Software Engineer 3 with Security Clearance

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Principal Embedded Cryptographic Software Engineer 3 for a contract opportunity in San Diego, CA. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE) * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or another STEM discipline with 5 years of related experience, or Master's degree with 3 years or a PhD with 1 year of experience
* Current active US Government Secret Clearance
* Proficient in C/C++
* Familiarity with HAIPE, OTNK, and/or IKE
* Experience implementing cryptographic mechanisms using dedicated software libraries
* Experience with Yocto/Petalinux or WindRiver Linux
* Experience with Xilinx platforms (Zynq, Ultrascale+ and VERSAL)
* Experience with TCP/IP and common network configurations
* Proficient in all areas of the formal software lifecycle process from requirements to testing
* Experience integrating low-level firmware and software in complex real-time multi-threaded embedded applications
* Experience with developing and debugging embedded real-time systems.
* Experience using Jira/Bitbucket/Git and the Agile software development process
* Ability to work full-time onsite at our Rancho Carmel location. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * In this role you will design, develop, integrate and test software for our end-user customers and businesses, primarily focused on cryptographic software code bases.
* Specifically, you will be responsible for the design, architecture, development, and administration of embedded and real time systems.
* You will work with multi-disciplinary teams, such as with Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering, Hardware, and Integration & Test, in an Agile software development environment.
* You will analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE) * Foundational Knowledge with Rust
* Experience with low level driver development
* Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications
* Proficiency working with Linux containers (Docker, Kubernetes or similar container orchestration platforms)
* Experience with TCP/IP and common network configurations
* Experience with RESTful Services
* Experience with Software Defined Radios
* Experience with the Avionics Operating System
* Experience with Communication Protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, Ethernet)
* Familiarity with Xilinx tools (Vitis, Vivado)
* Familiarity with latest NSA Security Standards
* Familiarity with assembly language
* Familiarity with bare metal embedded device drivers
* Familiarity with PowerPC architectures and peripherals
* Familiarity with IBM tools (Rhapsody, DOORS, Clearcase)
* Familiarity with Green Hills AdaMulti
* Current active US Government Top Secret Clearance
* Current active SAP clearance REQUIRED EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree is required. School must be accredited. WORK HOURS 9/80A workweek. This position will serve on-site at the Rancho Carmel Site in San Diego, CA. ADDITIONAL Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION * Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information. * Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date. * Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.