Software Engineer IV – Embedded
EVONASacramento, California, United States
Posted February 13, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
EVONA Group is a talent solutions provider that specializes in recruiting and executive search for the space, defense, and deep‑tech sectors. Its portfolio includes FRACTION, a platform that connects venture capitalists, private‑equity firms, and founders with fractional executives for high‑impact, short‑term engagements; GRAM Partners, a white‑glove search and consulting service led by former SpaceX and Apple executives; and the award‑winning EVONA platform, which offers subscription and direct‑hire services for VP, director, and senior‑level roles. By blending curated executive search expertise with an independent sourcing toolkit, EVONA empowers clients to secure top talent efficiently while maintaining flexibility and precision. The company’s focus on high‑regulation industries and its reputation for precision talent acquisition set it apart in the competitive tech‑talent market.
Job Description
An established and rapidly growing defense technology organization is seeking a Software Systems Engineer to lead the architecture, design, development, and integration of advanced Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) software systems. This is a senior engineering position requiring deep technical expertise, lifecycle ownership, and strong leadership capability.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited institution
- 10 to 15 years of experience in software systems engineering within defense, aerospace, or other mission-critical domains
- Strong expertise in Java, C, and C++
- Deep understanding of object-oriented design principles and distributed computing environments
- Experience with embedded real-time software systems
- Knowledge of concurrent programming, networking protocols, routing, and client/server architectures
- Experience maintaining and debugging deployed software systems
- Strong understanding of operating systems, compilers, development tools, and database systems
- Proven leadership experience directing engineering teams through full project lifecycles
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to travel up to 25 percent
- U.S. Citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain appropriate U.S. Security Clearance