83 embedded systems software engineer jobs at 45 companies in Riverside, CA
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Embedded Systems Software Engineer
Costa Mesa, California, United States
$144k-$191k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Anduril Industries: Defense technology developing AI-powered autonomous military systems.
5+ YOE5+ years in embedded software/firmware; BS in CS/CE/EE; C proficiency; microcontroller and embedded development; hardware/software debugging; IC bus protocols; eligibility for U.S. Secret security clearance.
Staff Embedded Software Engineer, Communications Systems
Long Beach, California, United States
$181k-$249k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Relativity Space: Aerospace developing 3D-printed rockets and launch services.
5+ YOEBS/MS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering; 5+ years in systems programming; C, Linux drivers, embedded/RTOS; network programming; hardware interfaces.
C, Linux, Device drivers, Networking, Sockets, OSI 2-3, Embedded
Freeform: AI-native metal 3D-printing manufacturer serving aerospace, defense, energy, semiconductor, automotive, and other industrial customers.
5+ YOE5+ years developing software with C/C++ and/or Rust, plus real-time embedded systems design using Linux and object-oriented programming. Experience with FPGAs, GPUs, PCIe, or automation is preferred.
Karman Industries: A thermal-technology building modular heat-processing systems for AI data centers and industry.
4+ YOEBachelor's in electrical, software, or controls engineering with power electronics focus; 4+ years embedded systems experience including MV systems and grid control strategies; familiarity with SIL/HIL methodologies and Typhoon HIL, Opal-RT, or Speedgoat; hands-on experience with SiC devices and high-power test equipment.
Honeybee Robotics: Private aerospace engineering designing and manufacturing robotic systems for space exploration, defense, and industrial customers.
10+ YOEBachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or computer science field and 10+ years developing embedded software. Requires C/C++, embedded platforms, avionics, testing, sensors, Git, communication protocols, and safety-critical systems experience.
Parallel Systems: U.S. manufacturer of autonomous battery-electric rail vehicles serving railroads and short-haul freight markets.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience; systems programming in C, C++, Rust, or similar; familiarity with embedded systems, microcontrollers, real-time software, digital protocols, hardware interfaces, and debugging.
Odin Dynamics: Private U.S. defense technology building autonomous underwater vehicles for American and allied navies.
5+ YOEDeep Embedded Linux or bare-metal/RTOS expertise; low-level systems programming; deterministic systems, board bring-up, hardware debugging, communication protocols, automated testing, CI/CD, and cross-disciplinary engineering experience.
TP-Link Systems Inc.: Private U.S.-based networking-equipment and smart-home-device maker serving consumers, businesses, and service providers globally.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 3+ years developing embedded software, C/C++ programming, embedded operating systems, networking protocols, hardware interfaces, debugging tools, testing, and version control.
General Matter: American private nuclear-fuel developing domestic uranium enrichment for advanced-reactor fuel.
7+ YOE1+ MgmtRequires 7+ years in technical leadership, 1+ year managing a team, embedded systems experience, development in C, C++, Golang, Python, or Rust, and a BS in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM.
Terran Orbital: Lockheed Martin-owned satellite manufacturer delivering spacecraft and mission services to government and commercial customers.
8+ YOERequires 8+ years developing C/C++ embedded systems, bare-metal or RTOS designs, MCU architectures, serial protocols, embedded debugging, and U.S. person or permanent resident status.
Neon Aerospace: Private U.S. aerospace manufacturer designing and producing propellers, actuators, rotors, and flight systems for aircraft manufacturers.
8+ YOE8+ years in embedded real-time software; strong C/C++; system-level control; CAN/SPI/Ethernet/ARINC; MATLAB/Simulink; DO-178C/ARP4754 knowledge preferred.
Mach Industries: Private defense manufacturer developing unmanned aerospace systems and production infrastructure for military customers.
5+ YOE5+ years in software or RF/radar engineering; proficient in C++, Python or C; experience with radar/DSP, real-time and embedded systems; strong SDLC skills and hardware-software integration; may require export-control authorization; participates in E-Verify.
Systems Technology: Engineering and manufacturing providing precision CNC machining, electromechanical assembly, fabrication, and technical support to industrial customers.
3+ YOERequires 3–5 years of software development experience, C/C++ proficiency, strong debugging skills, and U.S. Person status under ITAR; embedded systems or UAS experience preferred.
Panasonic Avionics Corporation: Private aerospace manufacturer supplying airlines with in-flight entertainment, connectivity systems, and technical services.
8+ YOE8+ years developing embedded Linux software or data-centric distributed systems; Bachelor in CS/CE/SE (or equiv); strong C/C++, Golang, or Rust skills; experience with Zenoh/DDS/MQTT, observability, and system integration.
Odin Dynamics: Private U.S. defense technology building autonomous underwater vehicles for American and allied navies.
U.S. citizenship and eligibility for security clearance; deep expertise in embedded Linux or bare-metal/RTOS microcontroller development; strong low-level systems programming, hardware bring-up, debugging, test automation, and CI/CD skills.
Software Engineer III - Embedded (Engineer III) - Defense Systems Division
Irvine, California, United States
$100k-$167k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Defense Systems Division: Defense systems division designing and manufacturing thermal-management, ammunition-handling, sensor, and aerial-target systems for military customers.
5+ YOEBachelor's in CS/EE with 5+ years experience; mastery of embedded C/C++; experience with SDLC, hardware bring-up, device drivers, peripheral interfaces and protocols, MATLAB, RTOS, MOSA/FACE standards; U.S. citizen able to obtain DOD clearance.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies: Joint-venture automotive technology developing software-defined vehicle architecture and software for Rivian and Volkswagen Group electric vehicles.
5+ YOEBachelor's in EE/ME required (Master's preferred), 5+ years automotive control systems experience, proficiency in C and Python, RTOS and embedded architecture knowledge, experience with JIRA/JAMA/Git and CAN/LIN/ETH tooling, willingness to travel up to 20%.
Embedded Software Engineer - Research And Development (R&D)
Los Angeles, California, United States
$48-$67/hrHybridFull Time
Silvus Technologies: U.S. tactical communications manufacturer developing MANET radios and mesh-network systems for military, public-safety, and enterprise users.
2+ YOEBachelor's or Master's in engineering or computer science, 2+ years embedded systems software development (or Master's), expertise in C and Linux kernel driver development, U.S. citizenship required, background check and drug test contingent.
C, Linux, Linux kernel, ARM, RISC-V, AMD UltraScale+ MPSoC, Microchip PolarFire SoC, IPsec, NIST FIPS 140-3, NIAP Common Criteria