Junior software engineer Job at Actalent, Sterling Heights, MI

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  • Actalent
  • Sterling Heights, MI

Job Description

Job Title: Junior Software Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Software/Embedded Systems Engineer with 1-3 years of experience to support advanced technology development in the defense, automotive, aerospace, and robotics domains. This role involves designing and implementing low-level embedded software for high-performance computing systems, autonomous platforms, and robotics applications.

Responsibilities

  • Develop C++ application and embedded software for microcontrollers, FPGAs, and custom hardware platforms.

  • Design and implement device drivers and real-time operating system (RTOS) components.

  • Architect and optimize embedded systems for performance, reliability, and scalability.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software systems.

  • Support system-level design and high-performance computing initiatives.

  • Contribute to autonomy and robotics projects, including sensor integration and control systems.

Essential Skills

  • Minimum of 1 years of experience developing embedded software in C++ for embedded systems in RTOS.

  • Expert level understanding of embedded systems development from automotive, defense, robotics, or aerospace.

  • Proficiency in C++, embedded software, embedded systems, microcontroller, and RTOS.

  • Understanding of high-performance computing, computer clusters, and complex simulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in robotics, autonomy, or acceleration technologies.

  • Experience in automotive, defense, aerospace, or robotics industries.

  • Familiarity with sensor fusion, motion control, or embedded AI.

Work Environment

Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid schedule.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $76.92/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 the following:

  • 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 hybrid position in Sterling Heights,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Flexible hours,

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