# Senior 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: 2026-09-14
- Apply by: 2026-10-29
- Apply: https://www.quest-defense.com/careers/life-at-quest-defense/current-opportunities/?gh_jid=5234576007
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/quest-defense-senior-embedded-software-engineer/

## About the role

Periodic onsite presence may be required in Wilmington, NC. The role may require the candidate to be onsite up to one week per month (and occasionally two consecutive weeks) to perform software testing and collaborate with the local engineering team in the lab. At QDSS, our advantage is purpose-driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You’ll grow your career while contributing to mission-critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering from an accredited college or university
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in embedded software development, including the C programming language and software development tools (GitLab, Jira, LDRA, Arm Development Studio, Visual Studio, GDB, etc.)
- Minimum of 10 years of experience with coding conventions, code review, unit testing, and integration testing of embedded software
- Experience with software development in a safety-critical environment (DO-178, ISO 26262)

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