Kforce has a client that is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer. This is an onsite role in one of two locations: Carlsbad, CA, or Marlborough, MA. Summary: This program is to develop, test and certify the Next Generation Encryptor (NGE) High-Speed encryptor to support government enterprise networks. Duties Include: * Design and implementation with embedded software in Rust and C/C++ * Linux OS use, for an embedded environment * TCP/IP and common network configuration * Object-oriented software development * Agile Scrum development * CI/CD software development * Linux kernel driver development/modifications * Microprocessors and embedded processors (NIOS, ARM, RISC-V, etc.) * Networking protocols (e.g. IPSec, MACsec, TLS, etc.) * Participating in multi-disciplinary teams* Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field * At least 2 years of Rust experience * At least 1 year of Linux OS use, ideally for an embedded environment * Design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C++ * Basic understanding of TCP/IP and common network configuration * Object-oriented software development experience * Agile Scrum development experience * Familiarity with to bare metal embedded device drivers * Ability to plan, track and report on progress * Good oral and written communications skills * Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information