1,710 embedded engineer jobs at 484 companies in California

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Founding Full-stack / Product Engineer
Cupertino, CA, US
$130k-$300k/yr On-SiteFull Time
HiringCafe
HiringCafe: Building a 100× better job search engine to take on Indeed and LinkedIn.
Help us build a 100× better job search engine. We need a full-stack engineer with great taste, sharp fundamentals, and a track record of shipping polished product on React/Next.js plus a real backend (Firebase, Elasticsearch, Redis, Stripe).
React, Next.js, TypeScript, Firebase, Elasticsearch, Redis, Stripe
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Embedded Engineer
Orange, California, United States
HybridFull Time
Fieldpiece Instruments
Fieldpiece Instruments: Designs and manufactures professional-grade HVACR diagnostic tools.
5+ YOEBachelor’s degree in engineering or STEM; 5+ years embedded firmware experience; strong testing/automation; excellent communication; 2+ years mentoring offshore teams.
ARM Cortex-M, ESP32, PIC
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Associate Embedded Engineer
Torrance, California, United States
$77k-$114k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Red Cat Holdings
Red Cat HoldingsNASDAQ: RCAT: Providing all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense.
1+ YOEBachelor's in EE/CS/CE or related; 1+ years professional embedded systems experience; 2+ years with C, C++, or Rust; Python, Embedded Linux/microcontroller, Git, and clear communication skills required.
C, C++, Rust, Python, Embedded Linux, Git, JTAG, SWD, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, CI/CD Build Systems, RTOS, POSIX
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Associate Embedded Engineer
Torrance, California, United States
$77k-$114k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Red Cat Holdings
Red Cat HoldingsNASDAQ: RCAT: Manufacturing tactical drone systems for defense and security.
1+ YOEBachelor's in EE/CS/CE or related; 1+ year professional embedded systems experience; 2+ years with C/C++/Rust via coursework/projects/internships; Python, Embedded Linux/microcontroller, and Git experience; clear communication and ability to work in fast-paced environments.
C, C++, Rust, Python, Embedded Linux, Git, SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, CI/CD, JTAG, SWD, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, RTOS, POSIX
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Embedded UI Engineer - Alarms
San Mateo, California, United States
$130k-$280k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Verkada
Verkada: Sells integrated AI-powered cloud physical security hardware and software.
6+ YOE6+ years software engineering; strong Android embedded experience; shipped embedded UI products; optimize performance on constrained hardware.
Android, LVGL, Qt, Linux
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Embedded Systems Engineer
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$150k-$180k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Umbra
Umbra: Operates high-resolution synthetic aperture radar imaging satellites.
5+ YOEBachelor’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering; 5+ years embedded systems/firmware; SPI, UART/RS-485, GPIO; embedded C or Rust; bare-metal MCU; hardware bring-up; schematics/data sheets; debugging tools; Git; independent; cross-functional work.
C, Rust, SPI, UART, GPIO, RTOS, JTAG, SWD, Git, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, breadboarding, HALs
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Founding Embedded Engineer
San Francisco or United States
$180k-$280k/yr OnsiteFull Time
BootLoop
BootLoop: Embedded hardware and firmware startup focused on AI-enabled systems.
4+ YOE4+ years embedded software; strong toolchain/build systems; AI-forward; proven 0-to-1 product shipping; ownership; client-facing; prototype and ship.
Embedded Linux, Microcontroller, FPGA, Cross-compilation, CI/CD, Debugging tools
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Embedded Software Engineer
El Segundo, California, United States
$110k-$166k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
5+ YOEBachelor's in a STEM field, 5+ years embedded software experience, depth in embedded systems or edge AI/ML or FPGA design, familiarity with vendor toolchains and embedded interfaces, ability to obtain U.S. security clearance, up to 10% travel.
Linux, AMD, Xilinx, Altera, Microchip, ST Microelectronics, FPGA, I2C, SPI, GPIO, UART, LiteRT, TensorFlow Lite, TensorRT, Vitis AI, CUDA, High-Level Synthesis (HLS)
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
El Segundo, California, United States
$169k-$216k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Varda Space Industries
Varda Space Industries: Develops in-orbit manufacturing platforms and reentry capsules for pharmaceuticals.
5+ YOEBachelor's in CS/math/physics/engineering or equivalent,5+ years in spacecraft or safety-critical embedded software,experience with real-time embedded systems and C++,strong testing and verification skills.
C++, RTOS, Linux, Python, Rust
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Embedded Software Engineer
Menlo Park, California, United States
$130k-$180k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Workstream
Workstream: HR and payroll platform for managing the hourly workforce.
2+ YOEMinimum 2 years embedded software experience, proficiency in C/C++ and Python, experience with embedded Linux/RTOS/bare-metal, hardware bring-up and driver development, and familiarity with test/debug tools.
C, C++, Python, Zephyr, FreeRTOS, MIPI CSI-2, BLE, Wi-Fi, USB, CI/CD, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer
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Embedded Hardware Engineer
San Jose or Pittsburgh
$160k-$210k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Efficient Computer
Efficient Computer: Developing ultra-low-power general-purpose processors for edge AI computing.
8+ YOE8+ years PCB design and embedded software experience, 5+ years C/C++, experience with silicon bring-up, board bring-up, boot ROM/firmware, RTL/FPGA validation, and embedded platforms (MSP430, STM32, Ambiq Apollo, PIC32).
C, C++, MSP430, STM32, Ambiq Apollo, PIC32, Altium Develop, RTL simulators, FPGA emulators
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Embedded Software Engineer
Chantilly or Annapolis Junction or El Segundo or Aurora
$69k-$158k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Provides technology and management consulting services to diverse organizations.
Experience developing embedded/real-time systems in C/C++; scripting for automation; embedded hardware integration (FPGA, microcontrollers); real-time constraints; MATLAB or LabVIEW experience; Agile/Jira experience; Top Secret clearance; bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.
C, C++, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Jira, FPGA
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Embedded Software Engineer I/II
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
$95k-$139k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Zone 5 Technologies
Zone 5 Technologies: Develops autonomous unmanned aircraft systems and precision-guided missile technology.
0+ YOEEmbedded software engineer with 0-3 years in real-time embedded systems; C/C++, RTOS, debugging, and collaboration across disciplines.
C, C++, MATLAB, Simulink, RTOS, VxWorks, FreeRTOS, CAN bus, SPI, RS485, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Multimeter
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Embedded Software Engineer
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$120k-$164k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Trimble
TrimbleNASDAQ: TRMB: Provides hardware, software, and services for construction and geospatial industries.
BS/MS in computer engineering or computer science, eligibility for DOD secret clearance (US citizenship required), expertise in embedded/real-time systems, proficiency in C and Python 3.x, multi-threaded design, CM tools and DO-178 certification experience.
C, Python 3.x, C++, Configuration Management (CM), DO-178, Agile, Waterfall, Iterative Spiral
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Embedded ISP Engineer
San Diego, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Apple
AppleNASDAQ: AAPL: Designs and sells consumer electronics, software, and online services.
3+ YOEBS in STEM with 3+ years in embedded firmware; C/C++ proficiency; multi-threaded RTOS development.
C/C++, RTOS, ARM, Embedded Systems
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$189k-$271k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Intuitive
IntuitiveNASDAQ: ISRG: Robotic-assisted systems for minimally invasive surgery.
6+ YOEBachelor's (8+ yrs) or Master's (6+ yrs) in computer engineering/computer science or related field; expertise in C/C++, Python; experience with embedded protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, TCP/IP), debugging embedded systems, and working on cross-functional projects.
C, C++, Python, I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, TCP/IP, JIRA, Git, Jenkins, CMake, Emake
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Staff Software Engineer, Embedded (Rust)
San Francisco, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Watney Robotics
Watney Robotics: Develops autonomous robotic systems for data center infrastructure buildout.
Experienced embedded software engineer proficient in Rust, embedded systems, hardware integration, automated HIL testing, and cross-disciplinary collaboration with mechanical, electrical, and ML teams.
Rust, Tock OS, Ferrocene, Hubris, pathOS, HIL
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Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer
Carlsbad or United States or Richmond or Canada or Asia or Europe or Australia
$140k-$160k/yr HybridFull Time
Arlo
ArloNYSE: ARLO: Provide wireless smart home security cameras and monitoring services.
7+ YOE7+ years embedded firmware experience; proficiency in Embedded C/C++, RTOS and Embedded Linux, multimedia streaming (H.264/H.265), device drivers, networking protocols, hardware debugging, and Git.
Embedded C, C++, RTOS, Embedded Linux, H.264, H.265, TCP, UDP, HTTP, HTTPS, RTP, RTSP, SIP, WebRTC, Wi-Fi, BLE, LTE, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, protocol analyzer, Git, U-Boot, Python, Perl, Lua, Zigbee, Z-Wave, Thread, Matter
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
San Diego, California, United States
$128k-$229k/yr OnsiteFull Time
General Atomics
General Atomics: Designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft and nuclear technology systems.
8+ YOELead embedded software development for control systems; requires advanced engineering degree or equivalent experience (senior-level), ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance, strong software engineering, testing, and leadership skills.
voltmeters, ammeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network packet sniffers, serial emulators, AI/ML, NIST cybersecurity, ISO/IEEE/IEC, DoD JSSEH, DOE NQA-1
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Embedded Software Engineer II
Melbourne or Dallas or Austin or Cypress
OnsiteFull Time
Leonardo DRS
Leonardo DRSNASDAQ: DRS: Manufactures advanced electronic systems for defense and military applications.
2+ YOEBachelor's in engineering or CS (or equivalent), 2+ years embedded software experience, strong C/C++/Python skills, experience with bare-metal/FreeRTOS/Embedded Linux, device drivers (UART/I2C/SPI), GitLab/JIRA/Confluence, U.S. citizenship and active or obtainable DOD security clearance.
C, C++, Python, Bare-Metal Systems, FreeRTOS, Embedded Linux, UART, I2C, SPI, GPIO, AMD/Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC, MicroBlaze, GitLab, JIRA, Confluence, C#, Microsoft .NET, AMD Vitis IDE, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, EO/IR cameras
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Embedded Software Engineer
Mojave, California, United States
HybridFull Time
Stratolaunch
Stratolaunch: Provides air-launched hypersonic testbeds for high-speed flight testing.
2+ YOEReal-time embedded software, C++ and Python, RTOS, serial networks; ability to obtain/maintain security clearance; willingness to travel
C++, Python, Real-time operating systems, FreeRTOS, VxWorks, Linux, MS Office