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Associate/Experienced Embedded Software Engineer

Seoul, Seoul Job ID JR2026515842 Category Engineering - Software Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 24, 2026
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

About Us

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful, and inclusive, with great opportunities for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Our Objectives

Boeing Korea Engineering and Technology Center (BKETC) is seeking a high potential Embedded Software Engineers (Hardware Emulation) - Associate/Experience to join our Software Engineering team in Seoul, Korea, Republic of. This work includes developing emulations of key embedded systems for use on multiple platforms for Boeing commercial and defense products.  Specifically, this role will be an individual who will contribute to activities related to the development and integration of test environments, virtual machines, models and simulations in the creation of high-fidelity digital twins.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Be able to work independently or as part as a team
  • Design, implement, and maintain QEMU-based device and platform models; integrate and validate software components (firmware, drivers, and applications) to provide accurate and performant system-level emulation, including automated tests and CI pipeline support.
  • Assists with test procedures and documenting test results to ensure software system requirements are met
  • Supports software project management and software supplier management functions
  • Selects, tailors and deploys processes and tools; establishes metrics
  • Performs software research and trade studies
  • Troubleshoots software issues and can work under general supervision
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Show a strong passion for developing high‑quality products, ensuring attention to detail and user value.
  • Exhibit a highly motivated, “roll up your sleeves” attitude with a strong drive for success and teamwork.
  • Maintain enthusiasm for learning new technologies and expanding skill sets; proactively seek opportunities for professional growth and applied learning.

Required Basic Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
  • Proficiency in C programming(primary), Familiarity with C++ preferred
  • Experience with ARM, PowerPC, or x86 microprocessor architectures
  • Experience in Windows, Linux and real-time operating systems
  • Experience working in an Agile software development environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Korean

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Experience with Computer Architecture fundamentals, including microprocessor, instruction set, memory hierarchy, memory mapped I/O, interrupts
  • Hands on experience in Virtualization technologies, e.g. KVM, QEMU
  • Socket, Pipes, Shared memory, Process, Threads
  • Experience with development or debugging of bootloaders
  • Experience with networking protocols
  • Experience with embedded system peripherals and protocols such as I2C, SPI, RS-232, SATA, IDE, PCI, and flash memory
  • Experience with MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, ARINC 664
  • Experience with scripting languages, e.g. Python, Bash
  • Experience in Git and with software development in Visual Studio Code
  • Understanding of docker containers and DevSecOps techniques

Job Levels:

  • Level 2: typically, 2 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Level 3: typically, 5 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

This position will be hired on a 2 year fixed term contract with possibility to convert to an open ended contract, subject to business conditions and individual performance. 

Location:

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at BKETC office and the listed location site.

Travel:

Some travel may be required, up to 10% of the time.

Other Job-related Information:

This requisition is for a locally hired position. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and not on Boeing US-based payroll.

Other details will be communicated at the interview, or in selection process.

Boeing Korea has officially been certified as a “Best Family Friendly Management” company by the Republic of Korea Ministry of Gender Equality and Family.  


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 31, 2026


Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (Korea, Republic of)


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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Your Benefits

No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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