291 lead embedded software engineer jobs at 146 companies in United States

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Lead Embedded Software Engineer
Endicott, New York, United States
$121k-$205k/yr HybridFull Time
BAE Systems
BAE SystemsLSE: BA.: Global defense, aerospace, and security technology.
10+ YOE3+ MgmtBachelor's in engineering, 10+ years embedded controls/software experience with 3+ years leading teams; expertise in RTOS, C/C++, Python, software architecture, safety standards (DO-178B/C), and software security.
Green Hills Integrity, VxWorks, LynxOS, C, C++, Python, assembly, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), DO-178B, DO-178C, DO-254, ISO-26262, TLS/DTLS, IPSec, TPM, HSM, Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs)
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Lead Embedded Systems Software Engineer
Saratoga, California, United States
$150k-$225k/yr OnsiteFull Time
E-Space
E-Space: Developing sustainable, hyper-scaled low Earth orbit satellite constellations.
7+ YOELead embedded software engineer with 7+ years of experience, strong C/C++ in resource-constrained environments, hands-on with RTOS, MCU know-how, sensor integration, and edge networking.
C/C++, Rust, Zephyr RTOS, West, CMake, STM32, Nordic nRF, ESP32, JTAG, SWD, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, IMU, accelerometer, gyroscope, BLE, Thread, Wi-Fi, MQTT, CoAP, HTTP/REST, CI/CD
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Lead Embedded Software Engineer
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
$95k-$127k/yr HybridFull Time
GE Aerospace
GE AerospaceNYSE: GE: Leading provider of jet engines and aviation systems.
4+ YOEBachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field; 4+ years embedded software development; U.S. citizenship; DO-178B/C, DAL B, and DO-297/IMA experience preferred.
DO-178B/C, DO-297, IMA
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Lead Embedded Software Engineer
Erie, Pennsylvania, United States
$72k-$98k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Wabtec Corporation
Wabtec CorporationNYSE: WAB: Global provider of equipment, digital solutions, and services for rail.
3+ YOEBachelor's or master's degree in a related engineering or computer science field; 3+ years developing C/C++ real-time embedded software on Linux or QNX RTOS platforms; testing, debugging, cybersecurity, CI/CD, and source control experience.
C, C++, Linux, QNX, GitLab, Jenkins, Perforce, CI/CD, DevOps
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Columbus, Ohio, United States
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Priority Designs
Priority Designs: Employee-owned product development consultancy helping global brands turn medical, consumer, and industrial ideas into manufacturable products.
5+ YOE5+ years software engineering experience; proficiency in C/C++, Qt/QML, Embedded Linux; bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; lead projects, mentor engineers, design and test embedded software.
C, C++, Qt, QML, Embedded Linux
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Lead Embedded Software Engineer
Los Angeles, California, United States
$165k-$260k/yr OnsiteFull Time
General Matter
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.
C, C++, Rust, Golang, Python, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers
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Software Engineer Senior - Embedded
Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
$98k-$182k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed MartinNYSE: LMT: Global security and aerospace driving innovative defense solutions.
Active DoD Secret clearance, bachelor's degree in computer/software engineering or computer science, embedded real-time OS experience, complex technical systems management, and software engineering management or team lead experience.
C, C++, Ada, Linux, VxWorks, DevSecOps, CI/CD, Git, GitLab, Scrum, Kanban, Agile, SAP
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Lead Engineer, Embedded Software
Fremont or Montreal
$180k-$200k/yr OnsiteFull Time
THINK Surgical, Inc.
THINK Surgical, Inc.: Privately held U.S. medical-device developing and marketing open-platform orthopedic surgical robots for surgeons and hospitals.
10+ YOEBS in CS or equivalent, 10+ years software engineering experience, strong C++ and multithreading (pThreads), gRPC/REST APIs, ARM platform knowledge, Python, CI/CD, CMake, Docker, Yocto, interfacing with electronics, and familiarity with GMP/quality standards.
C++, pThreads, gRPC, REST, ARM, Python, CI/CD, CMake, Docker, Yocto, FreeRTOS
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Embedded Software Engineer– Technical Lead
Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
$150k-$175k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Boston Engineering
Boston Engineering: Private U.S. engineering consultancy developing products and technologies for industrial, defense, and medical-device clients.
7+ YOE7+ years embedded/firmware experience with 3+ years technical lead experience; fluency in C/C++ and Python; RTOS, hardware bring-up, driver development, debugging, and ability to obtain security clearance.
C, C++, Python, FreeRTOS, ROS2, Zephyr, STM32, ARM, x86, PIC32, I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet, GPIO, git, CI/CD, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, protocol analyzer
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Lead Embedded Software Engineer
Massachusetts or New Hampshire or Ashburn
$109k-$145k/yr RemoteFull Time
Defense Solutions Division
Defense Solutions Division: Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions is a defense-electronics division supplying rugged computing, communications, avionics, and subsystems to military customers.
8+ YOEU.S. citizenship, active U.S. DoD clearance, bachelor's degree, 8–12+ years software development experience, 5+ years software systems development, and 4+ years project leadership experience.
C, C++, Linux, Red Hat, LynxOS, WindRiver, VxWorks, Bash, Csh, Python, LabVIEW, IPMI, Visual Studio, Eclipse, AMD/Xilinx Vivado, Vitis, Petalinux, GCC, CMake, Yocto, Microsoft Office, IBM Rational DOORS, Git, Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence, GreenHills Multi SW Development Suite, COSMIC SW Development Suite, ClearQuest, VectorCAST, LynxOS Hypervisor
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Staff Embedded Software Engineer
Syracuse, New York, United States
$134k-$174k/yr HybridFull Time
Hidden Level
Hidden Level: RF sensing and airspace security serving defense, government, critical infrastructure, and public safety teams.
10+ YOELead embedded software development for high-performance sensor systems; 10+ years; Python and C++; embedded Linux; 10% travel.
Python, C++, Linux, Ubuntu, PetaLinux
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Lead embedded Software Engineer (Board Bring Up)
Santa Clara, California, United States
$73k-$174k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Capgemini Engineering
Capgemini Engineering: Capgemini Engineering is an engineering and R&D consultancy helping organizations design, build, and scale products, operations, and services.
10+ YOEBachelor's or master's in computer science, engineering, or related field; 10+ years embedded software experience, 5+ years in a staff or lead role; MediaTek, BSP, Linux, U-Boot, C/C++, Python, or Rust expertise.
Linux, U-Boot, C, C++, Python, Rust, Lauterbach, JTAG, oscilloscope, MediaTek C-X1, MT8xxx
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Lead Embedded Engineer
Mossville, Illinois, United States
$128k-$193k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Caterpillar Inc.
Caterpillar Inc.NYSE: CAT: Global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment and engines.
4+ YOELead embedded software development for data link communication and network services; strong requirements analysis, troubleshooting, and customer interfacing skills; experience with embedded C/C++ and networking protocols.
C, C++, AVB/TSN, Industrial Ethernet, CAN, CAN FD, J1939, Ethernet
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Lead Embedded Software Engineer (Mediatek Platform)
Palo Alto, California, United States
$140k-$160k/yr OnsiteFull Time
ALTEN
ALTENEuronext Paris: ATE: Leader in engineering and technology consulting services.
10+ YOEBachelor's degree in CS/Engineering,10+ years embedded SW experience,5+ years lead experience,Mediatek SoC platform expertise,BSP/kernel bring-up,proficiency in C/C++,Python/Rust,and hardware debug tools.
Mediatek C-X1, MT8xxx, Mediatek SDK, Linux, U-Boot, C, C++, Python, Rust, Lauterbach, JTAG, oscilloscope
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Lead Embedded Engineer
Mossville, Illinois, United States
$128k-$193k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Caterpillar Inc.
Caterpillar Inc.NYSE: CAT: Global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment and engines.
6+ YOEExperience leading embedded C/C++ development for network communication and foundational software, requirements analysis, troubleshooting, and customer interfacing; 6+ years systems/software experience preferred.
C, C++, AVB/TSN, Industrial Ethernet, Autonomy and Automation middleware, CAN, CAN FD, J1939, Ethernet
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Principal Embedded Software Engineer
El Segundo, California, United States
$201k-$314k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Radiant
Radiant: Nuclear-energy startup developing portable, mass-produced microreactors for defense, remote industry, and critical infrastructure.
8+ YOELead embedded software architecture for I&C systems; 8+ years; onsite in El Segundo; RTOS experience; C/C++.
Zephyr RTOS, NuttX, ThreadX, Embedded C, C++, CMake, Simulink Autocode C++ export
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Senior Embedded Software Engineering Lead
Seattle, Washington, United States
$198k-$277k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Blue Origin
Blue Origin: Developing reusable space vehicles and infrastructure.
7+ YOELead a flight software team; develop high-reliability embedded software in C/C++; RTOS; HIL/SIL testing; cross-functional collaboration.
C/C++, RTOS, Git, CI/CD, Embedded Linux, Yocto
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Sr. Staff Autonomy Embedded Software Engineer
Palo Alto, California, United States
$237k-$296k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Rivian
RivianNASDAQ: RIVN: Electric adventure vehicle and technology manufacturer.
8+ YOEMaster’s/Doctorate in CS/Engineering, 8+ years embedded MCU software experience, strong C, RTOS experience, board bring-up and low-level driver experience, proficiency with embedded debuggers and lab equipment, Python and technical lead experience preferred.
C, Python, RTOS, Linux, JTAG/SWD, Lauterbach, SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, GPIO, ADC/DAC, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter, power supplies
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Principal Embedded Software Engineer
North Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States
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Hayward Holdings
Hayward HoldingsNYSE: HAYW: Publicly traded global manufacturer of residential and commercial pool, outdoor-living, and industrial flow-control equipment.
10+ YOE3+ MgmtBS/MS in computer engineering or related field; 10+ years embedded firmware experience, 3+ years leading architecture; expert C/C++; ARM Cortex-M and RTOS experience; UART/SPI/I2C/CAN/RS-485 protocols; hardware bring-up and debugging tools; Git.
C, C++, ARM Cortex-M, RTOS, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS-485, JTAG, SWD, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Git
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Staff Embedded Software Engineer-19012
Roy, Utah, United States
$153k-$229k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Global aerospace and defense technology.
12+ YOE2+ MgmtUS citizen with active DoD Secret clearance, extensive embedded/flight software experience (12+ years typical), 2+ years leading technical teams, MBSE and Agile experience, familiarity with safety analyses and integration for flight systems.
DOORS, Cameo, Jira, Confluence, Atlassian Tool Suite