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Software Engineer

Clear Align -
Nashua, NH

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

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

Qualifications

Software engineering
Device driver development
Computer Science
Embedded systems
FPGA
OS Kernels
Bachelor's degree
System testing
Software documentation
Technical writing
Adaptability
Linux
Embedded C
Python
Embedded system design

Full Job Description

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

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