Mission of the Role

The mission of the Software Engineer is to design, develop, and maintain embedded software that enables Clear Align’s advanced EO/IR imaging and sensing systems. This role contributes directly to system performance, reliability, and compliance by delivering high-quality software solutions across the full product lifecycle.

In Your First Year You Will (What Success Looks Like)

0–90 Days — Technical Immersion & Codebase Familiarization

• · Learn Clear Align’s software architectures, development tools, and coding standards.
• · Review existing embedded software designs and documentation.
• · Set up development environments and become proficient with source control and bug tracking tools.
• · Support debugging and testing of embedded software under guidance.
• · Collaborate with hardware and systems engineering teams.

By 6 Months — Independent Development & Integration

• · Independently design, develop, and debug embedded software components.
• · Participate actively in peer code reviews and design discussions.
• · Integrate software with hardware platforms and validate new product features.
• · Support software QA, optimization, and production issues.
• · Maintain clear documentation for software designs and changes.

By 12 Months — Technical Contribution, Mentorship & Reliability

• · Deliver robust, production-ready embedded software solutions.
• · Review code and designs for compliance with requirements and specifications.
• · Mentor junior engineers and contribute to best practices.
• · Improve software performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• · Support system-level testing and fielded product troubleshooting.

How You Know You Are Winning

• · Embedded software meets functional and performance requirements.
• · Defects are identified and resolved efficiently.
• · Software integrates smoothly with hardware and system components.
• · Code quality and documentation meet Clear Align standards.
• · Engineering teams rely on your technical contributions.

Who You Are (Core Strengths & Competencies)

• · Strong embedded software developer.
• · Detail-oriented with disciplined coding practices.
• · Effective communicator within interdisciplinary teams.
• · Analytical problem solver.
• · Collaborative mentor and team contributor.

Must-Have Qualifications

• · BS or MS degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• · Professional experience in software engineering.
• · Experience with embedded systems and Linux kernel/driver development.
• · Proficiency in C, C++, and Python.
• · Strong documentation and writing skills.
• · U.S. Person with eligibility for a DoD security clearance.

Preferred Extras

• · Experience with Xilinx or Intel FPGA SoCs.
• · Experience with GStreamer pipelines.
• · Familiarity with source control and bug tracking tools.
• · Experience supporting production software environments.

Why Clear Align

Clear Align is a global leader in AI-enabled and networked EO/IR imaging systems for mission-critical aerospace and defense applications. Our capabilities span optical fabrication, coatings, infrared and visible camera manufacturing, sensor integration, and AI-enabled video processing.

Clear Align is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits:

• 401(k) 4% Match
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Software Engineering: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person