Hiring: Embedded Systems Emulation Engineer Company: STR Location: Melbourne, FL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:40:26 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : AI, C, C++, Embedded Systems, Firmware, Git, Python, Security Clearance About the job Required Skills: •Work as part of a small, focused team to architect, develop, implement, and test modular software applications and tools for emulating cyber-physical systems. •Extend and customize existing emulation frameworks (e.g., QEMU) in C/C++ and Python to support new targets, peripherals, and capabilities. •Rehost unknown or sparsely documented firmware by analyzing binaries, identifying hardware dependencies, and adapting these to run correctly in emulated environments. •Develop emulator tooling and virtual device models to support reverse engineering and analysis of embedded systems across diverse architectures (e.g., ARM, PPC). •Develop digital models using virtualization tools (e.g., QEMU) and network them together to create integrated, end-to-end system simulations that closely approximate real hardware behavior. •Ensure model quality and correctness through unit-level and system-level testing, and by validating behavior against first principles, measured data, documentation, and hardware/software artifacts. •Communicate technical foundations of models and algorithms through reports and briefings Qualifications: •This position requires an Active Secret security clearance with eligibility for Top Secret (TS) clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government. •Proficiency in C/C++ for systems-level or embedded software development •Proficiency in Python for tool development, automation, and integration •Operational familiarity with emulation and virtualization tools (e.g., QEMU or similar frameworks) •In-depth knowledge of computer architecture, emulation principles, and software engineering best practices (e.g., modular design, testing, code review) •BS in Computer Engineering, Computers Science, Electrical Engineering or related field •Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance •Operational familiarity with network architecture and protocols, and experience integrating networked simulations •Masters or PhD in related field Compensation: •$110,000 - $151,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!