Embedded Software Engineer

We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our team!

Who we are:

Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with 10,000 employees, built on proven expertise in technologies that underpin sovereignty. By combining human and artificial intelligence, we develop the products and services that empower aerospace and defense players to observe, decide and guide, all over the world. Safran Electronics & Defense also supports fellow Safran companies by sharing its state-of-the-art electronics skills and expertise.

Within Safran Electronics & Defense, our Timing & Synchronization division is the leader in R-PNT (Resilient Positioning, Navigation & Timing) solutions. We supply military and commercial industries worldwide with accurate timing technologies and equipment (Time Servers, Inertial Navigation System), as well as ultra-precise timing and frequency distribution for applications requiring a high degree of reliability and accuracy across IP time distribution standards.

In this way, we contribute to the performance of critical operations support. Whenever accuracy, safety, security and reliability are critical, the solutions of Safran Electronics & Defense leads the way.

The Position:

Mid-level Software Developer on the Product Development Team, focused on building and enhancing our flagship timing products to advance precise timing solutions. The role involves designing and implementing innovative features, improving product performance, and collaborating with skilled international teammates in France and Spain.

The Day to Day:

• Designing and implementing new features.


• Troubleshooting defects, identifying root cause, and proposing corrections.


• Collaborating with product management to address customer requirements.


• Working with the guidance of senior developers and team leaders.


• Participating in peer code review.


• Working with the latest in Resilient PNT technology.

What you Bring to Safran:

• Proficiency in a few programming and scripting languages (C, python, and bash are ideal).


• Proficiency working in a Linux environment.


• Proficiency with revision control systems (ideally git).


• Ability to work with an international team using Agile methods.


• 2-5 years of experience in software development.


• A bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field.


• Experience with Linux system administration, working with embedded systems and network timing protocols (NTP, PTP) are a plus!

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At Safran Electronics & Defense, you’ll combine passion for your job with a quality work environment adapted to a good life balance. Benefit from a variety of opportunities to shape the career path that suits you: our leaders and technical experts are there to support you from your integration and career development, in France and abroad.

Safran Trusted 4D, Inc is an equal opportunity employer who does not discriminate based on race, color, citizenship, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status or any protected category. We encourage veterans and people with disabilities to apply.