$120k - $180k
Embedded OS Engineer Ubuntu Linux firmware Qualcomm QRB5165 drone MK2 Yocto BitBake CI/CD pipelines system unit files headless embedded hardware low-level OS internals
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Embedded Engineer jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
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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$35–$87/hr
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$120k
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: J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. is seeking to hire a Professional Engineer – Lead, to work in our either our successful Salt Lake City or Logan, Utah office. Our purpose at J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. (J-U-B) is “Helping Each Other Cr…
$100k - $145k
should have solid problem-solving skills and the ability to work to demanding deadlines. Experience with model-based systems engineering is desirable. You should understand project coordination and the roles of technical…
$100k - $145k
technical discussions across multidisciplinary teams. We value the ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with engineering, program management, and operations. Responsibilities: We serve as the tech…
$100k - $145k
0,000 - 145,000 per year Requirements: We require a bachelors degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience in systems engineering, logistics engineering, sustainment, or integrated logistics support, or a graduate…
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0,000 - 145,000 per year Requirements: We require a bachelors degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience in systems engineering, logistics engineering, sustainment, or integrated logistics support. We accept a g…
Job Description Job Description Active Secret Clearance is a hard requirement. Join a cutting-edge engineering team developing airborne electronic warfare systems that directly support mission-critical defense capabiliti…
Kforce has a client that is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for a fully onsite role in Salt Lake City, UT. This is a unique opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge drone technology in a fast-paced, high-impa…
Job Description Job Description Celtic Bank is seeking a Systems Patch Engineer to manage and optimize our enterprise patch management program. This role focuses on operating system and third-party application patching a…
Our client is looking for a hands-on Embedded OS Engineer to own the Ubuntu-based Linux firmware stack on our MK2 drone platform (Qualcomm QRB5165). You will be the person who builds the OS, keeps it secure, makes it rel…
$70k - $90k
hardware, and custom software solutions through a range of modern technology services. An exciting opportunity has opened for a NOC Engineer to join a well-established VAR in a high-impact technical role. The position in…
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with customer‑centric delivery, the team supports a diverse range of enterprise clients across multiple sectors. This Senior Network Engineer role puts you front and centre, designing, implementing, and supporting advanc…
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What embedded engineers earn in Salt Lake City
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $35–$49 | $72k–$101k |
| Mid level | $49–$67 | $101k–$139k |
| Senior | $64–$87 | $134k–$180k |
Adjusted for the Salt Lake City market from national ranges.
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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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