About the Company
We are a global leader in intelligent systems, aerospace technologies, industrial automation, autonomous platforms, robotics, medical devices, and next-generation embedded computing solutions. Our engineering teams develop mission-critical software powering connected devices, advanced electronics, autonomous vehicles, IoT platforms, and real-time control systems used by millions of customers worldwide.
Innovation is at the core of everything we build. As industries continue embracing automation, edge computing, and intelligent embedded systems, we are investing heavily in advanced firmware development, real-time operating systems, secure embedded platforms, and hardware-software integration. Our engineers work on technologies that shape the future of aerospace, defense, healthcare, telecommunications, automotive, and industrial manufacturing.
We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and optimize embedded software supporting next-generation electronic systems and connected devices. This role combines low-level programming, hardware integration, real-time software development, and systems engineering to deliver highly reliable, secure, and high-performance embedded solutions.
The Embedded Software Engineer collaborates with Electrical Engineering, Hardware Design, Systems Engineering, Product Development, Cybersecurity, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing teams throughout the complete product lifecycle. This position offers the opportunity to solve complex engineering challenges while contributing to products that power critical industries around the globe.
The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in embedded software development, firmware architecture, microcontrollers, communication protocols, and real-time operating systems, along with a passion for innovation and engineering excellence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software and firmware for advanced electronic systems.
- Develop low-level software supporting microcontrollers, processors, and embedded hardware platforms.
- Design software architecture for real-time embedded applications with high reliability and performance.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software with electronic components and system interfaces.
- Develop device drivers, communication protocols, bootloaders, and hardware abstraction layers.
- Optimize embedded software for memory utilization, power efficiency, processing performance, and system stability.
- Support software verification, validation, debugging, and hardware integration testing.
- Implement secure software development practices and embedded cybersecurity controls.
- Troubleshoot firmware, hardware, and system-level issues while performing root cause analysis.
- Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, and engineering design discussions.
- Create technical documentation, interface specifications, software design documents, and testing procedures.
- Support manufacturing, product releases, and lifecycle maintenance activities.
- Mentor junior engineers and promote embedded software engineering best practices.
- Evaluate emerging embedded technologies and recommend improvements supporting future product development.
Job Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.
- Master’s degree in Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience developing embedded software or firmware.
- Strong programming experience with C, C++, and embedded programming methodologies.
- Experience working with ARM Cortex, STM32, NXP, TI, Microchip, Renesas, or similar embedded platforms.
- Strong knowledge of Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, QNX, Zephyr, or Embedded Linux.
- Experience with SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and other embedded communication protocols.
- Familiarity with hardware debugging tools including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, and debuggers.
- Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and software lifecycle management.
- Knowledge of functional safety, secure firmware development, and embedded cybersecurity principles is highly desirable.
Personal Capabilities and Qualifications
The successful Embedded Software Engineer combines deep technical expertise with exceptional analytical thinking and attention to detail. They enjoy solving complex engineering challenges while working collaboratively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Ideal candidates possess:
- Advanced embedded software and firmware development expertise.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
- Excellent communication and technical collaboration skills.
- Outstanding systems-thinking and engineering judgment.
- High attention to detail and software quality.
- Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
- Adaptability within rapidly evolving technology environments.
- Continuous learning mindset focused on innovation.
- Professional integrity and accountability.
- Commitment to engineering excellence and product reliability.
Strategic Support
As a member of the Embedded Systems Engineering organization, the Embedded Software Engineer provides strategic support by:
- Developing innovative embedded software that powers intelligent products.
- Supporting enterprise digital transformation through advanced embedded technologies.
- Improving product reliability, performance, and cybersecurity.
- Accelerating product development through engineering innovation.
- Enhancing software quality through robust architecture and testing practices.
- Supporting cross-functional product development and manufacturing initiatives.
- Contributing to long-term embedded systems strategy and technology roadmaps.
- Driving continuous engineering improvement across global development teams.
Working Conditions
- Fully Remote position within the United States.
- Flexible work schedule supporting collaboration across multiple U.S. and international engineering teams.
- Approximately 10–15% domestic travel for engineering integration, product testing, customer demonstrations, and technical workshops.
- Company-provided engineering workstation, development hardware, laboratory equipment access, and home office technology support.
- High-performance engineering environment emphasizing innovation, technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Job Function
The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining embedded software solutions supporting intelligent electronic systems and connected devices. This role partners with hardware engineering, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and product development teams to deliver reliable, secure, and high-performance embedded technologies that support mission-critical applications across multiple industries. Success is measured through software quality, product reliability, engineering innovation, system performance, successful product delivery, and customer satisfaction.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation Package
Base Salary: $288,000 – $362,000 USD annually
Compensation is determined based on embedded software expertise, firmware development experience, technical leadership, industry specialization, geographic location, and overall qualifications.
Eligible employees may also receive:
- Annual Performance Bonus
- Long-Term Equity Incentive Program (RSUs or Stock Options)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Paid Company Holidays
- Paid Parental and Family Leave
- Professional Engineering Certifications and Technical Training Reimbursement
- Annual Technology Conference and Innovation Budget
- Home Office and Engineering Technology Stipend
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (where applicable)
- Wellness and Mental Health Benefits
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Leadership Development and Career Advancement Opportunities
Why Join Us
Embedded software powers the intelligent technologies that define the future. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll develop innovative firmware and real-time software that supports advanced aerospace systems, connected devices, industrial automation, robotics, medical technologies, and next-generation IoT platforms.
You’ll collaborate with world-class engineers, hardware architects, and product innovators while working with cutting-edge embedded technologies that solve complex real-world challenges. We foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning where your expertise will directly contribute to products that improve industries and transform how people interact with technology.
If you’re passionate about embedded systems, firmware development, and building intelligent products that shape the future, we encourage you to apply and become part of our Embedded Systems Engineering organization.
