136 embedded systems engineer jobs at 45 companies in Poway, CA
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Founding Backend / Infra Engineer
Cupertino, CA, US
$160k-$300k/yrOn-SiteFull Time
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.
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).
Woburn or Arlington or Melbourne or San Diego or Arlington or Woburn or Melbourne or San Diego
$110k-$151k/yrHybridFull Time
Systems & Technology Research: Develops advanced technology for national security and defense applications.
Proficiency in C/C++, Python; emulation/virtualization experience; active security clearance; BS in computer/ electrical engineering or related field; familiarity with QEMU and embedded systems.
C/C++, Python, QEMU, Git, Ghidra, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja
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.
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.
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.
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.
AppleNASDAQ: AAPL: Designs and sells consumer electronics, software, and online services.
3+ YOEBS and 3+ years in embedded software; proficient in C/C++; real-time multitasking; strong problem-solving and communication; image/video processing a plus.
IlluminaNASDAQ: ILMN: Provides genomic sequencing and array-based solutions for genetic analysis.
8+ YOE8+ years embedded hardware experience; degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering; strong leadership; DVT experience; PCB, signal integrity, and system integration knowledge.
Embedded hardware debugging tools, Design Verification Testing, Root cause analysis tools, PCB design tools, Signal integrity analysis, V&V documentation
General Atomics: Designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft and nuclear technology systems.
2+ YOEBachelor's in CS/IS (or equivalent) with 4+ years experience (2+ with MS); strong software development knowledge; experience designing and automating tests; proficient in Python and C (C++ preferred); AWS and AI tool experience; ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance; US citizenship required.
Python, C, C++, Claude, Llama, Amazon Web Services
Embedded Software Engineer, Amazon Leo Digital RF Systems
San Diego or Los Angeles County
$136k-$184k/yrOnsiteFull Time
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.
ZooxNASDAQ: AMZN: Developing autonomous robotaxis for urban ride-hailing services.
4+ YOEBachelor's or Master's (or equivalent),4+ years embedded real-time software experience, strong C/C++, experience with ARM/PowerPC, CAN/LIN, and supplier integration.
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
Junior Operating Systems Engineer (Embedded Linux / Yocto)
San Diego, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
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.
Software Engineer, Embedded Linux - Uncrewed Aircraft Systems
San Diego, California, United States
$115k-$185k/yrHybridFull Time
TrellisWare Technologies: Provides resilient wireless communication systems and tactical networking solutions.
4+ YOEBachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science; 4+ years embedded Linux; C++/Python; 2+ years Yocto; SDRs and C2 links; lab tools; ARM processors.
ONI: Manufacturer of super-resolution microscopes for molecular imaging.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering; 5+ years in system integration, hardware development, or complex instrumentation; strong CAD and Python; experience with manufacturing processes; proficient in SolidWorks, PDM, and embedded systems.
El Segundo or Los Angeles or Washington or San Francisco or San Diego or Seattle or London
$130k-$190k/yrOnsiteFull Time
CHAOS Industries: Develops advanced radar and sensing systems for modern defense.
3+ YOEBachelor's in Engineering/CS, 3+ years HIL/SIL or embedded systems integration, proficiency with real-time platforms (dSPACE, NI VeriStand), strong Python/C/C++ skills, familiarity with PX4/ArduPilot and drone protocols, and ability to obtain US security clearance.
Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Link 16 Embedded Software
San Diego, California, United States
$114k-$213k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
5+ YOEBachelor's in Computer Engineering or STEM with 5+ yrs (or Master's/PhD with reduced yrs); proficient in C/C++, OOP, real-time embedded systems, static analysis/unit testing, Jira/Bitbucket/Git; ability to obtain U.S. Secret clearance and work onsite in Rancho Carmel (San Diego).
Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Embedded Cryptographic Software
San Diego, California, United States
$114k-$213k/yrOnsiteFull Time
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.