TEKsystems - Software Engineer

Software Engineer is needed in Redondo Beach, United States.

Client: TEKsystems

Location: Redondo Beach, CA

Contract: Temporary, Temp-to-hire

Job Description

Looking for you to join our team as an Embedded Software Engineer with the Software Engineering organization based out of Manhattan Beach, CA. The Software Engineer will develop software which will operate in a resource-constrained target environment with soft and hard real-time requirements for various flight/space/ground systems. The software will typically implement complex data analysis, data routing, and/or control systems algorithms. The candidate will need familiarity with various processors, memory and I/O architectures, and be able to implement both procedural and object-oriented software in C. Candidates will work with real-time operating systems such as VxWorks or Linux and their associated host/development environments and tools. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product software.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Software Engineering from an ABET university with a minimum of 5 years software development experience
• Experience with Object-Oriented software design and C programming
• Experience executing in an RTOS environment (e.g., FreeRTOS, RT-Linux, GH Integrity)
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced lab environment with rapid development
• Active Top Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience across the various life cycle phases, including software systems architecture development, requirements definition and analysis, OO development, code and unit test, system integration, and test
• Experience with lab instruments such as noise and signal generators, logic spectrum and network analyzers, and power sources and switches
• Experience with hardware validation and verification of RF digital or mixed-signal devices

Skills

C++, Linux, object-oriented programming, software development

Top Skills Details: C++, Linux, object-oriented programming

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redondo Beach, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $75.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Redondo Beach, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on August 17, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We’re partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe, and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That’s the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.