634 senior embedded engineer jobs at 176 companies in Santa Cruz, CA
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Senior Embedded Engineer
Burlingame, California, United States
$150k-$200k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Butlr: Privacy-first thermal sensors and spatial intelligence for buildings.
7+ YOE7+ years embedded software experience, BS in CS/EE/CE, deep expertise in C/C++, embedded Linux/Yocto, RTOS, OTA and cloud-IoT integration, low-power design, strong communication skills.
Verkada: Sells integrated AI-powered cloud physical security hardware and software.
7+ YOE7+ years of Linux development experience; proficient in C/C++; embedded Linux, Yocto, Bash; RTOS, WebRTC, Go; distributed systems; HTTP debugging; onsite 5 days/week; willing to travel internationally 2x/year.
C/C++, Yocto, Bash, Embedded Linux, Linux, Device Drivers, Linux Kernel Patches, Secure Operating Systems, RTOS, Go, WebRTC, HTTP, Distributed Systems
IntuitiveNASDAQ: ISRG: Robotic-assisted systems for minimally invasive surgery.
6+ YOEBachelor's (8+ yrs) or Master's (6+ yrs) in computer engineering/computer science or related field; expertise in C/C++, Python; experience with embedded protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, TCP/IP), debugging embedded systems, and working on cross-functional projects.
Ford Motor CompanyNYSE: F: Ford manufactures, sells, and services vehicles and mobility solutions.
3+ YOEMaster's in engineering or related field; 3+ years hardware, CAN/LIN/Automotive Ethernet, embedded systems, test, and functional safety experience.
CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, Oscilloscopes, Digital Multimeters, Signal Generators, Power Supplies, Python, Bazel, SCons, CMake
Matternet: Develops autonomous drone networks for urban package delivery.
6+ YOE6+ years embedded firmware/software experience, strong C/C++ skills, embedded Linux and RTOS experience, microcontroller bring-up, device drivers, communication protocols, hardware debugging, and Git-based workflows.
ArcherNYSE: ACHR: Develops electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for urban mobility.
Hands-on embedded hardware and firmware experience, PCB and enclosure design, Raspberry Pi experience, prototype-to-production delivery, cross-functional collaboration, and mentoring skills.
E-Space: Builds sustainable LEO satellite networks for global IoT connectivity
Design and develop real-time embedded/flight software for bare-metal, RTOS, and real-time Linux; strong C/C++ and scripting (Shell/Bash/Python); experience with networking, space communication protocols, debugging tools, and embedded test frameworks.
TrimbleNASDAQ: TRMB: Provides hardware, software, and services for construction and geospatial industries.
BS/MS in computer engineering or computer science, eligibility for DOD secret clearance (US citizenship required), expertise in embedded/real-time systems, proficiency in C and Python 3.x, multi-threaded design, CM tools and DO-178 certification experience.
Ayar Labs: Develops optical interconnect technology for high-speed data movement.
2+ YOEBachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field; 2+ years in bare-metal embedded firmware, C; experience with microcontrollers, Git, JIRA, CI/CD; scripting with Python a plus.
C, Git, Python, Make, ARM, CI/CD, JIRA, Make-based build systems
Ford Motor CompanyNYSE: F: Designs, manufactures, and sells cars, trucks, and SUVs.
5+ YOEMaster's or equivalent experience; 5+ years developing embedded control systems for vehicle dynamics; experience with CAN/LIN/Automotive Ethernet, electrical hardware bring-up, functional safety, and validation/testing.
CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, oscilloscope, digital multimeter, signal generator, power supply, Bazel, SCons, CMake, Python, SIL, HIL, labcar
NVIDIANASDAQ: NVDA: Designs graphics processing units and artificial intelligence hardware.
8+ YOEBS/MS in Computer Engineering/CS or equivalent, 8+ years embedded software experience, strong C and device driver development, familiarity with computer architecture and microcontrollers; toolchain experience (gcc, gdb) preferred.
Lam ResearchNASDAQ: LRCX: Designs and manufactures wafer fabrication equipment for the semiconductor industry.
6+ YOE6+–8+ years experience (6+ with M.S. or 8+ with B.S.) in electrical/computer engineering; embedded systems, PCB design, firmware (C/C++, Verilog, VHDL), interfaces (SPI, I2C, PCIe, Ethernet), troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration.
Latitude AI: Developing automated driving technology for next-generation Ford vehicles.
4+ YOEBachelor's in engineering/computer science and 4+ years (or advanced degree with less experience). Strong C++ and embedded/networking experience (TCP/IP, Ethernet, CAN); SoC and time-sync knowledge; test-first mindset.
CyngnNASDAQ: CYN: Develops self-driving technology for industrial vehicle fleets.
8+ YOE8+ years developing embedded software for product-focused environments; expertise with ARM microcontrollers, low-level drivers, RTOS, safety-critical standards (MISRA C, ISO 26262), debugging tools (JTAG/ETM, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes), CI/CD for embedded systems, and strong mentoring and communication skills.
ARM Cortex-M, i.MX-6, JTAG, ETM, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, 3D LIDARs, Cameras, MISRA C, ISO 26262, RTOS, Github Actions, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Continuous Integration (CI)
Samsung SemiconductorKorea Exchange: 005930: Designs and manufactures memory chips, processors, and sensors.
5+ YOEBS in CS/CE required, 5+ years experience, strong C/C++/Python skills, firmware development for ARM with JTAG, RTOS experience, board bring-up and storage/memory technology knowledge (PCIe, UCIe).
Lightmatter: Develops photonic processors and interconnects for AI data centers
6+ YOEBS+8yrs or MS+6yrs experience in embedded/kernel/device driver development, strong hardware-software integration, Linux, Git/CMake experience, and communication skills.
Scout AI: Building the robotic foundation model for multi-domain defense.
Strong C or C++ embedded systems skills; experience with microcontrollers, sensor drivers, SPI, I2C, or UART; ability to read datasheets; debugging skills; U.S. Person status; possible Top Secret clearance.