Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) strategy. We develop and test low-level embedded software that is portable and scalable across multiple automotive applications. As a member of the HWIO Engineering group, you’ll work with…
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Embedded engineers write the software that runs inside devices — from consumer gadgets to cars and medical equipment — working close to the hardware in C and C++ under tight resource limits.
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What embedded engineers earn in the US
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| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $34–$47 | $70k–$98k |
| Mid level | $47–$65 | $98k–$135k |
| Senior | $62–$84 | $130k–$175k |
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Description: Position Description The Embedded Software Engineer will design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software for next-generation products. The ideal candidate will have strong C/C++ programming skills, exp…
$85k - $128k
Company DescriptionBoston Engineering is where innovative ideas become real-world technologies. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts,... ...novel engineeringJob DescriptionBoston Engineering is seeking an Embedded Sof…
$135k - $160k
SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER, RF PAYLOADS (STARSHIELD)Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink tech…
and documenting the design. Design, develop, and test low-level embedded software for functionalities including RTOS, Memory, Fault... ...report to local office.REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Co…
$98.1k - $182.1k
and Mission Systems in Owego, NY, we develop mission‑critical embedded software and advanced technologies for complex defense and aerospace... ...and performance matter.The WorkAs a Level 3 Senior Software Engineer, you'…
$131.3k - $237.35k
commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. Leidos is well known for our people... ...at Leidos currently has an opening for a talented Aviation Embedded Softwa…
$62.5k - $250k
solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our... ...algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.• Develops embedded softwar…
$169.07k - $216.03k
Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL. Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.About This RoleThe Senior Embedded Software Engineer on the Flight Software team is responsible for determining how our spac…
$143.7k - $194.4k
communications technology to make global connectivity a reality.As a Device Software Development Engineer on the Amazon Leo Satellite Gateway team, you will design and develop embedded software for Amazon Leo's satellite…
$174k - $252k
Experience with Linux or BSD kernels.Demonstrated knowledge of embedded systems development, RTOS concepts, device drivers and... ...Linux.Extensive knowledge of Android or WebKit.Google's software engineers develop the…
$87.1k - $157.45k
national security against ever-adapting threats. Our Electronic Warfare division currently has an exciting opportunity for an Embedded Software Engineer to perform design, development, and hardware/software integration i…
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
C and C++Microcontrollers (ARM Cortex-M)RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr)Hardware protocols (SPI, I2C, UART)Reading schematics and datasheetsDebugging with scopes and JTAGMemory and power constraintsRust or Python (a plus)Version control and CI for firmware
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What does the volatile keyword do, and when do you need it?
Explain it prevents the compiler optimizing away reads/writes, with the classic cases: hardware registers and variables shared with ISRs. Precision matters here.
How do you debug a device that crashes intermittently in the field?
Talk about logging within constraints, watchdog data, reproducing environmental conditions, and instrumented builds. Field debugging method is a core competency.
Walk me through what happens from power-on to your main loop running.
Cover reset vector, startup code, memory initialization, and clock configuration. Comfort with the boot path signals genuine low-level experience.
How do you write an interrupt service routine safely?
Keep it short, defer work to the main loop or a task, protect shared data, and avoid blocking calls. Mention the race conditions you are preventing.
How do you handle a memory-constrained target — say 64KB of RAM?
Discuss static allocation, avoiding heap fragmentation, measuring stack usage, and linker-map analysis. Concrete numbers from a past project help.
How do you test firmware?
Unit tests off-target with mocked hardware, hardware-in-the-loop rigs, and on-target integration tests. Acknowledging what is hard to test is part of a good answer.
Tell me about a hardware/software interaction bug you solved.
The best stories involve a scope or logic analyzer and a datasheet detail everyone missed. Show the collaboration with hardware engineers.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For embedded engineers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Name the microcontroller families, RTOSes, and protocols per project — embedded hiring screens on exact platform matches.
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Describe the products you shipped and their constraints (battery life achieved, memory footprint, certification requirements).
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Include debugging tooling experience — JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers — as it separates firmware engineers from application developers.
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Mention safety or regulatory work (MISRA, ISO 26262, FDA) if you have it; those doors are hard to open otherwise.
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Personal hardware projects with write-ups carry real weight in this field — link one if it is presentable.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Junior Embedded Engineer
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Embedded Engineer
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Senior Embedded Engineer
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Principal Firmware Engineer
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