75 embedded systems software developer jobs at 27 companies in San Diego, CA
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Embedded Software Engineer - Power Systems
San Diego or Foster City
$155k-$190k/yrHybridFull Time
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.
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.
Inovio PharmaceuticalsNASDAQ: INO: Develops DNA-based medicines for cancer and infectious diseases.
7+ YOEBS or MS in a technical field and 7+ years of embedded software experience, including modern C++, real-time systems, RTOS, device drivers, regulated software, cybersecurity, and IEC 62304 compliance.
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
4+ YOEDesign, develop, integrate, and test embedded real-time software; proficient in C/C++; experience with firmware, multi-threaded systems, static analysis, and Agile tools; must obtain DoD Secret clearance and work onsite.
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
Reaxiomatic: Developer of advanced defense hardware and aerospace systems.
Design and deliver reliable software systems connecting embedded flight software, ground applications, HMI, and test infrastructure for regulated, mission-critical programs.
5+ YOEBachelor's or equivalent; 5 years low-level systems programming (C/C++), 3 years device driver development, 3 years embedded OS experience, 1 year GPU experience; GPU programming and Rust familiarity preferred.
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.
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.
Systems & Technology Research: Develops advanced technology for national security and defense applications.
C/C++ and Python; emulation/virtualization experience; BS in a related field; active security clearance with eligibility for TS; strong learning and collaboration skills.
C/C++, Python, QEMU, Git, Ghidra, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja
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.
ASMLNASDAQ: ASML: Manufactures lithography systems used to print patterns on wafers.
5+ YOEBachelor's in engineering/CS, 5+ years testing embedded real-time software and algorithms for electro-mechanical systems, experience with test plan development, lab testing, oscilloscopes/logic analyzers, data analysis, and strong communication.
Brain Corp: Develops AI software for commercial autonomous mobile robots.
7+ YOEBachelor's or Master's in CS/SE/Robotics,7+ years software engineering,expert modern C++ and Python,embedded/robotics experience,HAL and middleware design,hardware integration,Linux and performance optimization.
C++11, Python, Linux, MQTT, CMake, Google Test, Git
Giesecke+Devrient: Sells security products for banknotes, payments, and digital identities.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree, 3+ years software experience with C++ and C#/.NET, expertise in image processing (OpenCV), Linux/embedded systems, RESTful/WebSocket networks, and English technical documentation.
Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Link 16 Embedded Software
San Diego or United States
$114k-$213k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
5+ YOERequires STEM degree plus 5+ years (Principal) or 8+ years (Sr Principal) experience; proficiency in C/C++, OOP, embedded real-time systems, Link-16 waveform testing, Jira/Bitbucket/Git, ability to obtain U.S. Secret clearance, and onsite work in San Diego.
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration
Washington or San Diego or Boston
$160k-$240k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Shield AI: Develops autonomous flight software and unmanned aircraft for defense.
5+ YOEBS/MS in CS/EE/ME/Aerospace or equivalent; typically 5+ years' related experience; proficiency in C++, Linux, embedded systems, middleware (DDS/ActiveMQ); hands-on field test experience and ability to obtain Secret clearance.
Humanoid: Developing commercial humanoid robots for industrial applications.
10+ YOE10+ years in embedded systems, device security, or manufacturing; 3+ years in secure provisioning; PKI/device identity, AWS infrastructure, scripting, embedded Linux; secure manufacturing design and hardware trust.