130 embedded linux engineer jobs at 35 companies in La Mesa, CA

PromotedHiringCafe
Founding Backend / Infra Engineer
Cupertino, CA, US
$160k-$300k/yr On-SiteFull Time
HiringCafe
HiringCafe: Building a 100× better job search engine to take on Indeed and LinkedIn.
Own the crawlers, pipelines, and infrastructure powering a real-time job search engine. Strong Node.js and Python fundamentals; bonus points for security and reverse-engineering chops.
Node.js, Python, Elasticsearch, Redis
PromotedHiringCafe
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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Software Engineer, Embedded Linux
San Diego, California, United States
$115k-$185k/yr OnsiteFull Time
TrellisWare Technologies
TrellisWare Technologies: Provides resilient wireless communication systems and tactical networking solutions.
4+ YOEBachelor's in ECE/CS required; 4+ years embedded Linux integration and 4+ years embedded software development; proficiency in C++ and Python; 2 years Yocto Project; kernel, driver, and cross-compilation experience; strong communication and problem-solving skills.
C++, Python, Yocto Project, Linux, oscilloscope, logic analyzer
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Embedded Linux Software Team Lead
San Diego, California, United States
$140k-$180k/yr HybridFull Time
Firestorm Labs
Firestorm Labs: Develops and manufactures low-cost 3D-printed unmanned aerial vehicles.
5+ YOE2+ MgmtU.S. citizen eligible for government clearance; Bachelor's in CS/CE; 5+ years embedded Linux C/C++ experience; 2+ years people management; experience with systemd, real-time systems, secure coding, cross-platform build and packaging.
C, C++, systemd, OpenSSL, libsodium, CMake, Conan, vcpkg, Catch2, GoogleTest, pytest, JUnit, NUnit, ROS 2, rclcpp, DDS, gRPC, ZeroMQ, Protobuf, FlatBuffers, Yocto, Buildroot, Gradle, JNI, perf, VTune, Valgrind, sanitizers, MSVC, MinGW, AppImage, deb, rpm, MSI, MSIX, AAR, APK, SemVer
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Embedded Software Engineer
Tampa or Marlborough or Carlsbad or Linthicum Heights
$141k-$222k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Viasat
ViasatNASDAQ: VSAT: Provider of global satellite-based connectivity and secure communication solutions.
5+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE or related field; 5+ years embedded C/C++; 2+ years Linux; Rust; TCP/IP; OO; Agile; CI/CD; strong communication; US citizenship with SECRET clearance; travel up to 10%.
C, C++, Rust, Linux, TCP/IP, Python, RESTConf
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Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer
Carlsbad or Richmond
$140k-$160k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Arlo
ArloNYSE: ARLO: Provide wireless smart home security cameras and monitoring services.
7+ YOE7+ years embedded firmware experience with Embedded C/C++, RTOS/Embedded Linux, video streaming and networking protocols; bachelor's in CS/EE or equivalent; strong debugging and cross-team collaboration skills.
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, Python, Perl, Lua, U-Boot
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Sr Embedded Systems Engineer I
San Diego, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Element Biosciences
Element Biosciences: Develops benchtop DNA sequencing platforms for research and diagnostics.
3+ YOEBachelor's in EE/CE/CS, 3+ years embedded firmware/system experience, embedded Linux and driver integration, proficiency in C/C++, system bring-up, debugging, automated test and profiling experience; ability to lift 20 lbs.
embedded Linux, Linux Kernel, BSP, bootloader, C, C++, FPGA, SoC, GPU, NPU
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Embedded Systems Security Engineer
San Diego, California, United States
$157k-$235k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Snap
SnapNYSE: SNAP: Provides visual messaging software and augmented reality wearable devices.
5+ YOEBachelor's or equivalent, 5+ years writing production software (C, C++, Rust), 3+ years building security for Linux/embedded systems, applied cryptography and vulnerability assessment experience.
C, C++, Rust, Linux, Snap OS, Lens Studio
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Embedded Systems Software Engineer
San Diego, California, United States
$123k-$184k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Qualcomm
QualcommNASDAQ: QCOM: Designs and manufactures semiconductors and wireless telecommunications products.
1+ YOEDegree in CS/CE/EE (BS/MS/PhD) with 1–2+ years software/embedded experience; strong C, Linux/QNX, device driver, networking, and low-level debugging skills.
C, Linux, QNX, gdb, perf, ftrace
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Embedded Systems Security Engineer
San Diego, California, United States
$157k-$235k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Snap
SnapNYSE: SNAP: Develops social media applications and augmented reality technology.
5+ YOEBachelor's or equivalent experience, 5+ years software development (C, C++, Rust), 3+ years in embedded/Linux security, experience with applied cryptography, threat modeling, fuzzing, and secure platform design.
C, C++, Rust, Linux, Snap OS, Lens Studio
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Staff Engineer, BMS Embedded Software
Carlsbad, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Aptera Motors
Aptera MotorsNASDAQ: SEV: Develops and manufactures high-efficiency solar-powered electric vehicles.
10+ YOEProficient C/C++ and bare-metal embedded development for high-voltage BMS, functional safety knowledge, Linux and git experience, Python, HW test tool experience; 10+ years software development with 3+ years BMS; Bachelor's degree required.
C, C++, Linux, git, Python, Jira, CAN, LIN, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers
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Embedded Software Engineer II - RUST
San Diego, California, United States
$110k-$130k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Innoflight
Innoflight: Designs and manufactures compact cyber-secure avionics for space missions.
3+ YOEBachelor's in EE/CE/CS, 3+ years embedded software experience, proficiency in C/C++ and Rust, embedded Linux/RTOS familiarity, knowledge of UART/SPI/I2C/CAN/TCP-IP, Git experience, ability to obtain U.S. security clearance.
C, C++, Rust, Embedded Linux, RTOS, Git, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, TCP/IP
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Senior Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer
Poway, California, United States
$135k-$185k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Blue Marble Communications
Blue Marble Communications: Designs and manufactures communications hardware for satellite vehicles.
5+ YOE5+ years firmware experience for embedded systems; embedded C for ARM SoC; bare metal/RTOS/Embedded Linux; hardware-in-the-loop testing; EM office proficiency; excellent writing and presentation; must be a US Person.
C, Python, ARM, x86, SoC, RTOS, Embedded Linux, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Visio
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Software Embedded Developer
Poway, California, United States
$87k-$133k/yr OnsiteFull Time
General Atomics
General Atomics: Designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft and nuclear technology systems.
2+ YOEC++17 and Linux development for x86 and ARM systems, experience with PetaLinux/Xilinx, TCP/UDP sockets, multi-threading, GitLab/Git, scripting (Bash, Python), SoC interfaces, unit/integration testing; ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
C++ 17, Linux, Petalinux, PetaLinux build flow, Xilinx tools, Xilinx SDK, GitLab, Git, Bash, Python, System on chip (SoC), ZYNQ Ultrascale, SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet, TCP, UDP, Unit Testing Tools, Bootloader
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Embedded Software Engineer
San Diego, California, United States
$193k-$242k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Zoox
ZooxNASDAQ: AMZN: Developing autonomous robotaxis for urban ride-hailing services.
3+ YOEBachelor's or Master's in CS/EE or equivalent, 3+ years embedded real-time software experience, strong C/C++, experience with microcontrollers, Linux/QNX/FreeRTOS/SafeRTOS, board bring-up and lab equipment.
C++, C, Linux, QNX, FreeRTOS, SafeRTOS, DACs, debuggers, power supplies, multimeters
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Junior Operating Systems Engineer (Embedded Linux / Yocto)
San Diego, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Accelint
Accelint: Provides AI-driven autonomous systems for national security missions.
Active U.S. national security clearance eligibility, experience building custom Linux images with Yocto/BitBake, OS hardening, debugging boot/kernel/driver issues on embedded x86, and writing documentation.
Yocto Project, BitBake, Buildroot, Rocky Linux, RHEL, Suricata, Zeek
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
San Diego, California, United States
$145k-$220k/yr OnsiteFull Time
CHAOS Industries
CHAOS Industries: Develops advanced radar and sensing systems for modern defense.
4+ YOEBachelor’s or higher in CS/CE or related; 4+ years OO software; C/C++/Python; embedded Linux with Buildroot; Linux proficiency; Agile/Scrum/CI/TD; US Person status.
C/C++, Python, Buildroot, Linux, Git, Docker, Podman, CI/CD, CUDA
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Staff Embedded Software Engineer
San Diego, California, United States
$177k-$266k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
12+ YOEBachelor's or higher in CS/Software Engineering/STEM with extensive related experience; proficient in C/C++, object-oriented design, RTOS, ARM; experience with crypto or Rust; DoD Secret clearance required.
C, C++, Rust, ARM, RTOS, Jira, Bitbucket, Git, Vitis, Vivado, Yocto, PetaLinux, I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, Ethernet, TCP/IP, Linux kernel, VHDL, Verilog, FPGA, Rhapsody, DOORS, ClearCase, Green Hills AdaMulti, Assembly
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Embedded Software Engineer, Amazon Leo Digital RF Systems
San Diego or Los Angeles County
$136k-$184k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Amazon
AmazonNASDAQ: AMZN: Global online retail and cloud computing technology provider.
5+ YOE5+ years professional software engineering with secure embedded firmware/RTOS experience, proficiency in C/C++, Python, Java or Perl, experience with secure design, threat modeling, GDB, and FPGA/prototype testing.
C, C++, Python, Java, Perl, GDB, Linux, RTOS, FPGA, I2C, I3C, SPI, UART, USB, JTAG, Ethernet, mbedTLS, OpenSSL, PKCS11, HSM, TPM
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Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Embedded Cryptographic Software
San Diego, California, United States
$114k-$213k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
5+ YOEActive U.S. Secret clearance required; proficiency in C/C++; experience with embedded real-time systems, Yocto/Petalinux or Wind River Linux, Xilinx platforms, TCP/IP, and Agile tools (Jira/Bitbucket/Git). Bachelor's in Computer Engineering or STEM with relevant experience.
C/C++, HAIPE, OTNK, IKE, Yocto/Petalinux, Wind River Linux, Zynq, Ultrascale+, VERSAL, TCP/IP, Jira, Bitbucket, Git, Rust, Docker, Kubernetes, Vitis, Vivado, Rhapsody, DOORS, ClearCase, Green Hills AdaMulti, Avionics Operating System, I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, Ethernet, Software Defined Radios
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Sr Embedded Software Engineer
Vista, California, United States
$142k-$150k/yr RemoteFull Time
SWARCO McCain
SWARCO McCain: Manufactures traffic signals and intelligent transportation systems.
6+ YOEBachelor's in a related field plus 6 years' experience (or equivalent). Experience with ITS, traffic signal controllers, communication protocols, sensor systems, Embedded Linux, cross-compiling, and C/C++, Vue/Angular, Bash, JavaScript, Python.
SNMP, HTTP, MQTT, WebSocket, UDP, TCP/IP, SOAP, REST, Bluetooth, Embedded Linux, C/C++, Vue, Angular, Bash, JavaScript, Python
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Core Wi-Fi Embedded Software Engineer, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems
San Diego, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Apple
AppleNASDAQ: AAPL: Designs and sells consumer electronics, software, and online services.
Proficient in C/C++, Objective-C, or Java; strong networking knowledge; experience with embedded systems; Bachelor's in Computer Science; English proficiency.
C/C++, Objective-C, Java, GDB, tcpdump, Wireshark, Linux kernel, IEEE 802.11/Wi‑Fi, Embedded SDKs, BSPs