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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$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in embedded systems, driving end-to-end development of prototype hardware. Collaborate in a dynamic team to define architectures, design systems, and enhance technologies...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K *

Inspire innovation by developing complex embedded software for medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration, verification, and compliance while leading software archi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $185K *

Transform embedded software solutions for next-gen business-jet cabin systems. Lead the development of a Yocto-based video platform, ensuring reliability and performance while mentoring junior enginee...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of military aviation software development, creating innovative solutions for critical embedded systems. Collaborate with experts to enhance next-gen aircraft capabi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $110K *

Partner with us to design and develop innovative embedded software for vehicle functions using C/C++. Collaborate in a dynamic team to deliver quality solutions while ensuring effective integration an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate the future of safety-critical vehicles by leading firmware development, optimizing cross-functional projects, and setting engineering standards in a dynamic team environment focused on reliabi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as an embedded software engineer, designing and developing firmware for cutting-edge products. Collaborate across teams, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive engineering best pra...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$169K - $216K *

Develop reliable embedded software for spacecraft operations, overseeing all phases from design to testing. Collaborate on complex projects, ensuring high-quality performance and safety in critical sy...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $205K *

Lead the charge in integrating advanced quantum computing systems, ensuring seamless customer experiences through troubleshooting and technical collaboration. Join a cutting-edge team dedicated to dev...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing next-gen embedded systems for national security. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams and apply your deep expertise in low-level software, hardware integration, and de...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of military aviation by developing, integrating, and testing embedded software for critical avionics systems. Join a dynamic, multi-site team and contribute direct...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $250K *

Pioneer embedded solutions in avionics. Lead full software development lifecycle for real-time systems, delivering high-performance, fault-tolerant applications across diverse domains including air an...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing embedded software for safety-critical systems. Lead technical efforts, mentor teams, and collaborate across disciplines to create reliable applications...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage in the development of safety-critical embedded software while leading teams, designing systems, and enhancing applications for heavy equipment and driver-assistance technologies. Drive innovati...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $180K *

Drive the development of reliable embedded software for real-time systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance mission-critical applications and improve system performance across var...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $164K *

Champion the development and testing of cutting-edge embedded software solutions, leveraging your expertise to innovate and solve complex challenges within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team envi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $164K *

Reimagine the future of aviation as a Senior Software Engineer, leading the development and integration of mission-critical software for advanced military systems, and delivering real-time operational...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $215K *

Drive innovation in embedded firmware development, collaborating across Hardware, Software, and Manufacturing teams to deliver efficient, high-quality solutions that enhance device performance and use...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Advance the capabilities of uncrewed aerial systems by designing, developing, and integrating software for sUAS throughout the development lifecycle, ensuring seamless operation and high performance i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $280K *

Design and develop embedded software for advanced actuators and control systems, ensuring reliable operation in demanding environments. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and safety in ae...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $166K *

Champion the development of next-gen embedded software, driving innovation in breast and skeletal health systems. Collaborate closely with hardware teams to deliver reliable, cutting-edge solutions, w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining cutting-edge embedded software for high-performance subscriber and encryption products, ensuring alignment with product lifecycle and effective collaborat...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining board support packages for advanced embedded systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality, real-time performance in robotics applications, fro...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to develop embedded software for a cutting-edge robotic system. Collaborate to enhance lung cancer diagnostics, ensuring high-quality solutions from inception through delivery in a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $164K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop high-performance embedded software for Linux-based networking platforms, ensuring optimal performance and scalability in your solutions...

Kanata, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.