Welcome to the Senior Embedded Software Engineer Job Category

A Senior Embedded Software Engineer is a highly specialized software professional who creates and optimizes software functioning within larger systems, such as medical devices, industrial automation, and automobile systems.

Skills and Talents

To excel in this role, one should possess in-depth knowledge of C/C++, object-oriented design, strong computational skills, and have experience in software development for embedded systems.

Career Opportunities

Senior Embedded Software Engineers have opportunities to work across a wide range of industries, including automotive, energy, telecommunication, and healthcare.

Earning Potential

These roles come with high earning potential, typically over 100K, and can bring valuable skills and experience to your career path.

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$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of defense technology as a Senior Systems Engineer, bridging hardware, firmware, and cloud systems. Drive architecture, ensure coherent product integration, and own critical systems e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $261K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable distributed systems for AWS, ensuring high performance and low-latency for millions of users. Collaborate across teams, mentor engineers, and drive innovation in...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $113K *

Help us enhance our embedded OS solutions by developing, customizing, and managing lifecycle processes for various hardware platforms. Work collaboratively across engineering teams to deliver high-qua...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $160K *

Develop and extend the systems layer for a data platform involving pipeline, storage, and query infrastructure. Collaborate with product teams and lead a junior team while ensuring quality, performanc...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing safety-critical embedded systems. Own firmware development on RTOS and Linux platforms, ensure compliance with stringent safety standards, and integrate hardware while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $227K *

Join a pioneering team to develop innovative firmware for satellite communications. You'll design, test, and optimize embedded systems to deliver high-speed connectivity, making a significant impact o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping critical communication software, where you'll design and develop high-performance desktop applications for public safety, ensuring reliability and excellence in life-saving...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge electrical components for high-performance processing products. Leverage your expertise in circuit design, analysis, and military specifications...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $270K *

Transform software quality through innovative automation solutions, utilizing Python and AI development tools to enhance testing efficiency and validate complex interactions within gaming and PC softw...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design innovative software solutions that span cloud, AI, and full stack development. Collaborate with teams to build scalable applications while leveraging modern technologies and best practices for...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $154K *

Contribute to developing cutting-edge optical connectivity systems as a Senior Electrical Engineer. Tackle complex challenges in automation, controls, and high-speed electronics to enable advanced dat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $151K *

Transform embedded software development by engaging in complete project lifecycles, including design, coding, testing, and integration, for advanced infrared and sensing systems. Drive innovation and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join us to accelerate development of cutting-edge materials and processes for ceramic capacitors, utilizing your expertise to innovate and collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple locat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $160K *

Drive advanced systems engineering and cybersecurity support for a critical DoD ISR program. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure system availability, security compliance, and operationa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of cutting-edge systems software, focusing on Drupal architecture, secure design, and API integration, while optimizing platform performance for enhanced scalability and functiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $253K *

Champion innovative software distribution by designing, improving, and maintaining essential internal tooling and packaging standards with a focus on Nix, while mentoring engineers and ensuring effect...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $206K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing real-time software for embedded systems, optimizing architectures, and enhancing debugging processes across multiple platforms while leading detailed...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $206K *

Unlock your potential by designing real-time software architectures for cutting-edge embedded audio systems, leading system integration efforts, and enhancing software performance in a dynamic, innova...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $130K *

Transform desktop applications by developing and optimizing features for a geospatial rendering engine, enhancing drawing tools, and supporting advanced graphics programming. Collaborate with experts...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $251K *

Lead cross-functional software engineering teams to ensure high-quality execution of next-generation avionics software. Drive project planning, integration, and risk management while maintaining align...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Lead the execution and technical direction of software deliverables for cutting-edge commercial avionics. Collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines to ensure quality, scope, and timely integ...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Advance innovation by designing and maintaining Java/Spring Boot microservices while collaborating with stakeholders and leading agile integration efforts to enhance operational quality and performanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you design and develop software for advanced processing systems, focusing on innovative solutions and collaborating with experts, all while ensuring high standards and functio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Engineer cutting-edge software for vibrant electronic systems. Collaborate with experts to create, test, and debug innovative solutions that enhance information processing and display. Join a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions by designing and developing software for advanced remote and autonomous weapon systems, enhancing performance and reliability through cross-functional collaboration and cutt...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What do Senior Embedded Software Engineers do?question toggle

    Senior Embedded Software Engineers develop software for embedded systems, perform coding, debugging, testing and troubleshooting throughout the application development process.

  • What skills are needed for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer job?question toggle

    Key skills include expertise in C/C++, embedded systems knowledge, debugging skills, problem-solving ability, and a strong understanding of software development methodologies.

  • What industries employ Senior Embedded Software Engineers?question toggle

    Many industries employ these professionals, including the automotive industry, healthcare, telecommunications, energy, and more.

  • What's the average salary of a Senior Embedded Software Engineer?question toggle

    While it can vary widely depending on location and industry, these roles typically offer salaries of $100,000 or more.