1,114 embedded software engineer jobs at 333 companies in California

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Cupertino, CA, US
$130k-$300k/yr On-SiteFull Time
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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 Software Engineer
El Segundo, California, United States
$131k-$184k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Varda Space Industries
Varda Space Industries: Develops in-orbit manufacturing platforms and reentry capsules for pharmaceuticals.
3+ YOEBachelor's in CS/math/physics/engineering or equivalent; 3+ years in spacecraft or safety-critical embedded software; experience with real-time/embedded systems and C++; strong problem-solving and systems skills.
C++, Python, Rust, RTOS, Linux
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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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Embedded Software Engineer
Milpitas, California, United States
$136k-$232k/yr OnsiteFull Time
KLA
KLANASDAQ: KLAC: Provides process control and yield management for semiconductor manufacturing.
5+ YOEEmbedded software engineer with 5+ years in C/C++, Linux/RTOS, kernel drivers, PCIe; requires an EE/CS degree; strong debugging and cross‑functional collaboration.
C/C++, Linux, RTOS, PCIe, Linux kernel, Python, gdb, perf, trace-cmd, ftrace
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Embedded Software Engineer
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
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Rosenxt
Rosenxt: Develops autonomous robotics and sensors for harsh environments.
1+ YOE1+ years embedded software in C or Python; BS in Computer Engineering or Computer Science; proficient in C, Python, Go, or JavaScript; Linux and device drivers; good communication; travel willingness.
C, Python, Go, Git, Fossil, Linux, Embedded Systems, ARM, I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, AXI, JTAG, Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers
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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 Software Engineer
Los Angeles, California, United States
$48-$67/hr HybridFull Time
Motorola Solutions
Motorola SolutionsNYSE: MSI: Provides mission-critical communications and public safety technology.
3+ YOE3+ years embedded software development; C programming; Linux kernel driver development; BS in Electrical/Computer/Communications Engineering or Computer Science; U.S. citizenship; background check and drug test.
C, Linux kernel, Linux, ARM, RISC-V
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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
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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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Staff Embedded Software Engineer
Alameda, California, United States
$114k-$228k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Abbott
AbbottNYSE: ABT: Manufactures medical devices, diagnostics, and nutritional health products.
8+ YOEB.S. in EE/CS or equivalent, 8+ years software engineering experience, expert in C/C++/C#/Python and embedded C, strong debugging and embedded systems safety-critical experience, familiarity with SDLC, testing, and mentoring junior engineers.
C, C++, C#, Python, IDEs, debuggers, unit test frameworks, source control management, UML, SysML, WiFi, Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low-Energy
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Embedded Software Engineer - RISCV
Santa Clara, California, United States
$184k-$357k/yr OnsiteFull Time
NVIDIA
NVIDIANASDAQ: NVDA: Designs GPU-accelerated computing and artificial intelligence hardware.
8+ YOEBS/MS in Computer Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience, 8+ years embedded software development, strong C and device driver experience, familiarity with computer system architecture and embedded systems.
C, gcc, gdb, RISCV
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Embedded Software Engineer
Irvine, California, United States
$150k-$190k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Turion Space
Turion Space: Builds spacecraft for orbital debris removal and satellite servicing.
2+ YOE2+ years embedded software or test development, experience with C/C++, automated testing in HITL/SITL, strong problem-solving, ability to obtain U.S. security clearance.
C, C++, Google Test, CppUnit, Pytest, CI/CD, HITL, SITL
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Embedded Software Engineer
San Leandro, California, United States
$140k-$180k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Grid Aero
Grid Aero: Autonomous aviation systems provider.
2+ YOE2+ years embedded software, RTOS, C++ (POSIX/Linux), Python; hardware-in-the-loop; robotics/mechatronics or CS background; startup/dynamic environment experience.
C++, Python, Linux, POSIX, RTOS, Git
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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.
Ability to obtain DoD security clearance; BS/MS in computer science or computer engineering; expertise in modular software architecture, CM/build systems, Microsoft Visual C++, Python 3.x, Visual Basic, relational databases, GUI development, and test automation for real-time embedded products.
Microsoft Visual C++, Python 3.x, Visual Basic
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Embedded Software Engineer
Los Angeles, California, United States
$48-$67/hr HybridFull Time
Silvus Technologies
Silvus TechnologiesNYSE: MSI: Develops advanced mobile ad-hoc network radios for mission-critical communications.
2+ YOEBS in EE/CE/Communications/CS + 2 years embedded software experience (or MS). Expertise in C and Linux kernel driver development. U.S. citizenship required. Background check and drug screen required.
C, Linux, Linux kernel, Linux kernel driver, ARM, RISC-V, AMD UltraScale+ MPSoC, Microchip Polarfire SoC, socket programming, IPsec, Internet protocols, Ethernet, NIST FIPS 140-3, NIAP Common Criteria
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Staff Embedded Software Engineer
Alameda, California, United States
$114k-$228k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Abbott
AbbottNYSE: ABT: Provides medical devices, diagnostics, and science-based nutritional products.
8+ YOEB.S. in EE/CS or equivalent (MS preferred). 8+ years software engineering experience with embedded C development for safety-critical products. Expert in C, C++, C#, Python, debugging, development tools, software lifecycle, and microprocessor architecture.
C, C++, C#, Python, IDEs, debuggers, unit test frameworks, Source Control Management, UML, SysML, RF, WiFi, Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy
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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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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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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Playa Vista, California, United States
$139k-$201k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Inversion Space
Inversion Space: Building autonomous re-entry vehicles for global space-to-Earth cargo delivery.
5+ YOEBachelor's in a technical discipline, 5+ years embedded software experience, strong C/C++ and Python skills, bare-metal/RTOS/Embedded Linux experience, hardware bring-up and debugging, familiarity with embedded protocols and DDS/CoAP/MQTT networking.
C, C++, Python, Git, DDS, Cyclone DDS, Fast DDS, RTI Connext, CoAP, MQTT, gRPC, REST, TCP/IP, UDP, Ethernet, FreeRTOS, Zephyr, Embedded Linux, Yocto/OpenEmbedded, Buildroot, PetaLinux, PCIe, GigE Vision, USB 3.0, CameraLink, Aurora, GMSL, FPGA, HDL, NXP i.MX RT, STM32, TI Sitara, Xilinx Zynq, AMD Versal, Board Support Packages (BSPs), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Oscilloscope, Logic analyzer, Protocol analyzer, JTAG debugger
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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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