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Principal, Gen AI Transformation - Embedded Software & Engineering Productivity

Qualcomm

San Diego, CA 92154

Onsite

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
  • OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 7+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
  • OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
  • 4+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
  • Demonstrated Principal-level technical leadership, cross-team influence, architecture ownership, and organization-scale impact.
  • Deep expertise in Generative AI, AI/ML fundamentals, LLM-based systems, model/tool selection, evaluation, optimization, and practical application in engineering environments.
  • Hands-on experience building, deploying, or integrating GenAI solutions such as agentic workflows, RAG/context-aware systems, developer tools, automation frameworks, or AI-enabled engineering platforms.
  • Proven ability to lead large-scale technical transformation across teams, influence without authority, shape architecture, and drive adoption in complex engineering organizations.
  • Strong understanding of the SDLC, including requirements, design, implementation, code review, testing, CI/CD, release readiness, security workflows, and productivity measurement.
  • Strong foundation in secure software development, responsible AI usage, data protection, governance, observability, and risk management for enterprise AI systems.
  • Experience in systems software, embedded software, platform software, or performance-sensitive engineering environments, with proficiency in languages such as C, C++, Python, or Go.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, mentoring, and executive-facing storytelling skills, with the ability to translate technical depth into clear strategy and measurable impact.
  • Experience building AI agents, multi-agent workflows, MCP services, tool-calling systems, evaluation harnesses, prompt/skill libraries, or governed AI automation platforms.
  • Experience with AI-enabled developer productivity use cases such as code generation, code review, defect triage, log analysis, test generation, documentation, release validation, or security analysis.
  • Familiarity with embedded platforms, Linux, Android, RTOS, device drivers, BSP, SoC bring-up, hardware/software interfaces, or protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB, or PCIe.
  • Experience with camera, multimedia, sensors, power/performance, kernel, middleware, platform software, or AI deployment on edge/resource-constrained systems.
  • 5+ years of hands-on AI/ML, GenAI, LLM application development, AI platform, or AI-enabled engineering workflow experience preferred.
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Staff Software Engineer - Embedded and Real Time

Northrop Grumman

San Diego, CA 92154

OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time Off

  • ACTIVE in-Scope, U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain upgraded SAP/PAR.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 12 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 10 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience.
  • Experience with the full SDLC
  • Experience with the following programming and scripting languages: C, C++, and Python
  • Experience with developing multi-threaded SW used for one of the following real-time applications: flight critical SW, Safety critical SW, medical SW, or mission critical SW
  • Experience with two of the following tools: Jira, Crucible, Bitbucket, Subversion, Bamboo, Jenkins, Sonarqube, Fortify, or Coverity
  • Experience with Agile SW development, embedded system programming, SW integration and testing
  • Familiarity with at least two of the data interfaces: 1553, 1394, 422, 429, Serial, CAN, Discrete & Analog I/O, Ethernet/IP, or Fibre Channel
  • Recent experience and proficiency in software architecture, design, implementation, integration, and debugging C++ SW running on Real-Time Operating systems such as: VxWorks, Integrity, AND/OR Real Time Embedded Linux.
  • Experience with the full SW Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Ability to collaborate with systems engineers, hardware designers and integration/test engineers to develop and maintain complex SW systems
  • Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels
  • Participate in the full SW development life cycle including requirements, design, implementation, qualification, and delivery of SW products to our customers
  • Operate in an embedded technology development environment working with real time operating systems for use in flight and mission critical systems
  • Work in Agile Scrum teams to develop SW products for multiple SW baselines
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Staff Software Engineer — CI, Build & Release

Qualcomm

San Diego, CA 92154

Onsite

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 4+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
  • OR
  • PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, or related work experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of software/DevOps/release engineering experience — OR — Master's degree and 6+ years.
  • Expert-level Python and Bash scripting.
  • Hands-on experience integrating an AI coding agent (Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or Codex) into a CI or development workflow.
  • Deep experience with CI/CD platforms (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, TeamCity, or similar) and Git-based SCM workflows.
  • Proven end-to-end ownership of build, release, and deployment pipelines in a multi-platform environment.
  • Exposure to JIRA or equivalent for defect tracking and sprint-based triage.
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 3+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, or related work experience.
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Systems Engineer - Expeditionary Unmanned Systems (ExUS) (Hybrid) - 29763

HII

San Diego, CA 92154

HybridEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related technical field (e.g., Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering); 3 years with a Master's degree; 0 years with a PhD or Juris Doctorate; or 9 years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Hands-on C# software development experience.
  • Strong software engineering fundamentals, including design principles, debugging, and code quality best practices.
  • Experience developing software within distributed, modular, or service-oriented architectures.
  • Experience developing front-end applications using Angular 10 or higher.
  • Must have a current or active DoD SECRET clearance.
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Tactical Networks Mission Engineering Lead Systems Engineer

Atlas Tech

San Diego, CA 92154

Onsite

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Possession of and the ability to maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Level Security Clearance
  • 7+ years� experience leading multi-site or remote engineering teams
  • 7+ years� experience developing technical documentation (concepts, requirements, integration plans, or CONOPS)
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate across Navy programs, Fleet organizations, Warfare Development Commands, or other federal agencies
  • Experience supporting network or systems integration, testing, and fielding activities
  • Experience with modeling, simulation environments, or engineering tools used in network/system development
  • Experience troubleshooting and restoring network or system issues in operational or fleet support contexts
  • Proven track record of performance in stakeholder facing roles requiring relationship building and cross program coordination
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physical Science required.
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of experience supporting Information Technology or Network Systems engineering for DoD or Government agencies
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Test Automation Engineer (Hybrid)

BAE Systems

San Diego, CA 92127

HybridHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Must hold an active Secret clearance
  • At least 6 to 8 years experience with software integration and test processes for software development programs
  • Experience with requirements verification and stakeholder validation for software transition to OPS
  • The ability to engage constructively with peers and technical leads to communicate the technical approach, trade-offs, and technical decisions
  • Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Understanding and application of modern software development and systems engineering practices, design principles, techniques, and technologies
  • Highly motivated and able to work well in both team and solo settings
  • Knowledge of open, standards-based architectures, interfaces and geospatial data
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Accuracy Control Engineer

NASSCO

San Diego, CA 92113

OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
  • This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role.
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Computer Assembler

Core Systems

Poway, CA 92064

$18-$21/hr
~ 26 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 1 year directly related experience
  • 2+ experience preferred
  • Proven experience in computer assembly
  • Knowledge of computer hardware and software components
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Available to work Monday to Friday 7AM to 3:30PM
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Mechanical Sustainment Engineer

General Atomics

San Diego, CA 92154

Onsite

  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD
  • May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (Creo and SolidWorks) for modeling and GD&T-based; detailed drawing creation, including tolerance stack-up analysis
  • Ability to perform structural analysis using hand calculations and FEA tools such as ANSYS
  • Demonstrated experience applying mechanical engineering principles with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance at or above the Secret level
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Commissioning Engineer

Trident Maritime Systems

San Diego, CA 92154

Onsite

  • US Citizenship Required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronic Control Engineering from an accredited university or college
  • 5+ years overall experience with relevant commissioning or engineering experience for Controls and Software automation.
  • Ability to travel to the ship, both at the shipyard and once in service.
  • Experience using AutoCAD or similar Electric CAD.
  • Familiarity with Regulatory bodies such as ABS, USCG, DNV, NEC, etc.
  • Program PLCs to meet customer functional specifications while in accordance with industry standards such as IEC 61131
  • Knowledge and capability of debugging, troubleshooting and implement changes to PLC hardware/software and SCADA supervising systems.
  • Knowledge base in the use of industrial automation devices (i.e., sensors, switches, valves, motors, encoders, etc.)
  • Interpret customer specifications and drawings as they apply to automation equipment and related products.
  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical control systems and equipment used in automation systems.
  • Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills.
  • Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and accessed.
  • The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear.
  • The employee is frequently required to sit.
  • The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee is occasionally required to lift to 25 pounds.
  • The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
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