Principal Emulation Developer

Parsons Corporation is seeking a Principal Emulation Developer to lead their system emulator and vulnerability research tools development team. This role sits at the intersection of low-level systems programming and security research, focusing on extending QEMU capabilities for specialized use cases.

The position requires an experienced developer with deep expertise in emulation systems, particularly QEMU, and a strong background in operating system internals and embedded software development. You'll be leading a team that works on proprietary extensions and custom capabilities, collaborating with various stakeholders across hardware development, vulnerability research, and reverse engineering domains.

The role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the defense and intelligence sector, requiring an active Top Secret clearance. You'll be responsible for not only technical development but also team leadership, project management, and customer interaction. The position combines hands-on development with architectural decision-making and team guidance.

Parsons, founded in 1944, has established itself as a leading digitally enabled solutions provider in defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. The company offers competitive compensation ($120,800 - $217,400) and emphasizes employee development and growth opportunities. This role is based in West Melbourne, FL, requiring in-person presence due to the nature of the work and security requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in emulator development, particularly with QEMU, strong programming skills in C and Python, and comprehensive knowledge of various processor architectures at the assembly level. This role represents an opportunity to work on challenging technical problems while contributing to national security initiatives.