# Lead Embedded Software Engineer at QuEST Defense

- Company: QuEST Defense
- What the company does: QuEST Defense is a global engineering services company. Backed by Space Capital.
- Company website: https://quest-defense.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Remote
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2026-08-31
- Apply by: 2026-10-15
- Apply: https://www.quest-defense.com/careers/life-at-quest-defense/current-opportunities/?gh_jid=5221955007
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/quest-defense-lead-embedded-software-engineer/

## About the role

This position combines Agile team leadership with hands-on embedded software expertise in C and Python. You will manage the team’s JIRA backlog, communicate delivery status, and help remove obstacles while contributing to scalable avionics software and I/O infrastructure.

## What they're looking for

- 4+ years of embedded software development or testing experience
- Experience as a Scrum Master, technical lead, or team lead in a software environment
- Strong embedded C and Python programming skills
- Experience developing embedded software in an avionics environment
- Experience with Python 2.7 and Python 3.12
- Knowledge of I/O architecture, protocol handling, memory management, and C data structures

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