Embedded C

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1d ago

Embedded Software Engineer

Unitron, LP Dallas, TX

Dallas, TX

1d ago

$95k - $105k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Embedded C Embedded Development

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Job Description

Unitron, LP is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer to help design and develop requirements, specifications, and firmware for multi-board, multi-processor systems. This onsite role in Dallas, TX centers on low-level application code supporting AC and DC power conversion products across a 3.5 to 250 kVA range.

The position involves building bare-metal embedded software, collaborating with hardware engineers during board bring-up, and working through integration and lab testing as new systems come together. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on C development experience and a comfort level with embedded debugging and structured software configuration control.

Key Responsibilities

Develop low-level application code in C for embedded processors.
Program and integrate firmware for TI DSPs and Microchip PIC processors.
Implement software for target environments without an operating system (“bare metal”).
Work with PC-based IDEs, including Microchip MPLAB and Texas Instruments Code Composer Studio.
Use evaluation boards from chip manufacturers prior to availability of actual hardware.
Collaborate with hardware engineers to debug and resolve issues on new custom hardware boards (board bring-up).
Gather design requirements and determine system requirements and design specifications from documentation and discussions with coworkers.
Design software systems and subsystems, including simple and highly maintainable software designs.
Maintain software configuration control using version-control software systems.
Integrate and test in a lab environment; debug and troubleshoot firmware.
Track and resolve software issues without close supervision.
Use common electronic test equipment during development and validation.
Design user interfaces as part of the overall embedded solution.
Understand and maintain existing legacy code.
Create requirements and a plan for system integration and design validation, including built-in-self-test (BIST) code where practical.
Support production test by resolving technical problems.
Assist in defining, checkout, and debugging of new hardware designs.
Become familiar with the existing aerospace and marine product line.
Provide telephone support for field service personnel on an as-needed basis.
Determine priorities aligned with overall software and product development schedules and adapt to changing requirements during development.

Required Qualifications

BS degree in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
Documented US citizenship or legal permanent resident status.
3+ years of experience.

Technologies

C
TI DSPs
Microchip PIC Processors
Microchip MPLAB
Texas Instruments Code Composer Studio
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel

Compensation and Location

Location: Dallas, TX (onsite, in person)
Salary: USD 95,000 to 105,000 per year

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Physical Requirements

Must be able to climb stairs, sit, use a keyboard, see, hear, and read/speak English fluently.

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2d ago

Embedded Software Engineer

EO Solutions Huntsville, AL

Huntsville, AL

2d ago

Full time Electrical Engineering Control Systems Embedded C

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Job Description

EO Solutions builds and tests embedded control software for advanced High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, and this Embedded Software Engineer role supports the development, integration, and verification of real-time firmware. You will work hands-on across software and electronics to help ensure embedded systems interface reliably with sensors, actuators, communications hardware, and control systems.

What you will do

Develop embedded software and firmware for real-time control systems using Rust or C/C++.
Integrate firmware with sensors, actuators, motor controllers, communications interfaces, and other hardware.
Build and validate communications between embedded devices and higher-level control systems.
Debug hardware and software interactions using lab tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers.
Create automated unit, integration, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) tests.
Support system integration activities, including laboratory testing and field testing.
Collaborate with software, electrical, mechanical, optical, and controls engineers throughout development and test.
Develop maintainable code with Git, code reviews, CI/CD, and automated testing practices.
Document software interfaces, designs, test procedures, and results.
Use modern AI-assisted software development tools while independently verifying generated code for correctness, safety, and maintainability.

What you bring

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
Experience programming in Rust, C, or C++ through professional work, internships, coursework, research, or personal projects.
Understanding of embedded systems and basic electrical engineering concepts.
Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot hardware/software interfaces.
Familiarity with embedded interfaces or protocols such as Ethernet, I2C, and UART/RS-232/422 (or similar).
Strong problem-solving skills and interest in hands-on hardware/software development.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Helpful experience

STM32 or other ARM-based microcontrollers.
Embedded Rust or C/C++ firmware development.
Ethernet, UDP/TCP, EtherCAT, or other real-time communications.
Motor control, servo systems, sensors, or FPGA interfaces.
Hardware-in-the-loop testing and automated test equipment.
Python for test automation, analysis, or engineering tools.
GitLab CI/CD or other automated build and test systems.
Linux embedded development.
Experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, controls, or Directed Energy systems.

Ways of working

Enjoys building software that interacts directly with real hardware.
Comfortable working in the lab to troubleshoot beyond the software boundary.
Focuses on testing and correctness as core practices in embedded development.
Curious and willing to learn new hardware, protocols, and technologies.
Can work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary engineering team.
Prefers simple, maintainable solutions over unnecessary complexity.

Location: Huntsville, AL (onsite). Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.

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9d ago

Embedded Linux RTOS Software Engineer

HRU Tech Sterling Heights, MI

Sterling Heights, MI

9d ago

$50 - $56/hr Contract Buildroot DevOps Embedded C

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Job Description

HRU Tech is hiring an Embedded Linux / RTOS Software Engineer for a hybrid contract role in Sterling Heights, MI. Work on embedded software for military ground vehicles, supporting the Software Loader and Verifier team across development, testing, and deployment. The position involves building and configuring embedded operating systems, low-level system programming, verification, and troubleshooting.

What you’ll do

Lead development, documentation, and maintenance of software architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and designs.
Develop and integrate complex software components into fully functional software systems.
Create software verification plans, test procedures, and test environments.
Execute test procedures and document results to confirm software requirements are met.
Load software components and images to deploy official software releases in lab environments and military vehicles.
Build and configure VxWorks, Linux, and other embedded operating systems.
Perform Linux system programming, including device-driver development and new hardware enablement on embedded Linux platforms.
Integrate software components into build systems and support end-to-end embedded software development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and improvement.
Support embedded system security through cryptography and secure system architectures.
Optimize system performance and complex software pipelines, while managing individual priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
Troubleshoot low-level software issues and help distinguish between hardware and software root causes.
Support hardware bring-up and software or hardware integration activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
5-7 years of relevant software engineering experience.
Strong C and/or C++ experience, including development of maintainable, long-lived codebases.
Experience across the full software development lifecycle: requirements, use cases, architecture, design, development, testing, integration, and deployment.
Strong understanding of asynchronous programming environments involving processes, threads, timers, interrupts, and related concepts.
Experience working with complex, existing software systems and codebases.
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of hardware bring-up.
Experience with Linux system image build tools such as Yocto or Buildroot.
Experience with Wind River VxWorks and associated debugging tools such as Workbench.
Experience with Linux system programming including device drivers, bootloaders, memory maps, or other low-level development.
Experience with Linux kernel development.
Experience with Agile development methodologies.
Experience with GitLab, CI/CD, and CI agents.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Helpful background

Safety-critical and/or real-time systems (preferred).
Eclipse, Git, GCC, DOORS, Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence, GDB, Qt.
Type I and Type II hypervisors.
Common self-update strategies and open-source self-updaters.
SELinux, Verified Boot, Trusted Execution Environments (TEE).
Embedded system security topics such as digital signatures, encryption, and authentication, nonrepudiation, confidentiality, and integrity.
NIST post-quantum / quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms.
Ground combat vehicle software or electronic systems.
Continuous improvement processes and methodologies.

Security and physical requirements

This position may require eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.
Ability to climb on and off, work in, and work around military vehicles.
Must be able to pass an Anthropometric Size Requirement (ASR) test for confined-space access.
Work may occur in prototype shops, laboratories, manufacturing environments, and offices.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Previous experience working with ground combat vehicles is preferred.

Compensation and benefits

$50–56/hour + PTO, Paid Holidays, and Optional Benefits

Key tools and technologies

C, C++, VxWorks, Linux
Yocto, Buildroot
Workbench, Linux kernel development
GitLab, CI/CD, GitLab CI agents
Microsoft Office

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10d ago

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

The Panther Group Inc Sterling Heights, MI

Sterling Heights, MI

10d ago

$69 - $82/hr Full time Senior Embedded C Embedded Development

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Job Description

Work onsite in Sterling Heights, MI on embedded software for a next-generation ground combat vehicle program. This senior role focuses on end-to-end development and integration, with collaboration across multiple technical teams and opportunities to contribute across core embedded areas.

The Panther Group Inc offers an hourly pay range of $69 to $82 (depending on experience) and a team environment where software requirements, design, coding, testing, integration, and release support come together in a structured software lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Develop software requirements, design documentation, and application code for embedded systems.
Perform requirements analysis along with preliminary and detailed design.
Develop embedded software using established engineering standards and procedures.
Develop and execute unit and functional test procedures.
Support hardware/software integration and troubleshoot software issues.
Assist with software releases involving multiple developers.
Contribute across software areas including board support, cybersecurity, displays, and system downloading.
Interface with Systems Engineering, Software Quality, and other technical teams.
Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies.
Provide development status updates to project leadership.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
10+ years of related software engineering experience (preferred).
Strong C++ experience required.
DOS experience required.
Experience with C, C#, Java, Python, and/or Qt.
Experience with Git, GitLab, and/or Bitbucket.
Experience with embedded operating systems such as VxWorks, Linux, RTOS, or similar environments.
Experience with board support packages (BSPs) and virtualization.
Experience with serial and network protocols including RS-232/422, CAN, TCP/IP, and UDP/IP.
Experience with DDS, Kafka, or other publish/subscribe middleware.
Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.
Ability to work on and around military vehicles, including climbing on/off vehicles and working in confined spaces (preferred).
Must be able to pass an ASR (Anthropometric Size Requirement) test for confined spaces.
Up to 10% travel may occasionally be required.
Eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance is required; non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible. The contract staffing company will hold the clearance.

Preferred Experience

Defense or military vehicle software development experience.
Ground combat vehicle network architecture.
Experience with GCIA, MOSA, SOSA, FACE, NGVA, or UKGVA architectures/data models.
Type 1/Type 2 hypervisors.
Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization technologies.
IoT concepts and architectures.
Cameo Systems Modeler.
Time Sensitive Networking (TSN).
Multicast networking.
TCP/UDP networking.
Data Distribution Service (DDS).

Technologies

C++, DOS, C, C#, Java, Python, Qt
Git, GitLab, Bitbucket
VxWorks, Linux, RTOS, BSPs, virtualization
RS-232/422, CAN, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, DDS, Kafka
Agile, Scrum, Agile/Scrum

Location: 100% onsite, Sterling Heights, MI

Pay Rate: $69 to $82 per hour (depending on experience)

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13d ago

Senior Software Engineer

General Motors Milford, MI

Milford, MI

13d ago

Full time Senior Automotive Electronics Automotive Ethernet

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Job Description

General Motors is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to design and lead embedded programming and bootloader software for microcontroller-based automotive ECU platforms. In this hybrid role based in Milford, MI, you will convert infrastructure and security requirements into detailed technical designs and integration plans, then help integrate and validate vendor bootloader components across GM infrastructure builds.

You will also investigate and resolve difficult boot and programming issues that span microcontroller hardware, security modules, and automotive communication stacks, using embedded debug tooling and logs. This position requires the ability to report to the local office as well as hands-on engineering depth across embedded development, automotive protocols, and build and release workflows.

Responsibilities

Design and lead embedded programming and bootloader software for microcontroller-based automotive ECUs supporting software-defined vehicle platforms.
Translate system-level infrastructure and security requirements into detailed programming and bootloader designs, including integration plans.
Integrate and configure vendor bootloader and basic software components into GM infrastructure builds, including flash programming flows, secure boot, and update and rollback mechanisms.
Analyze and debug complex programming and boot issues across microcontroller hardware, security modules, and communication stacks using embedded debug tools and logs.
Report to the local office.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Five (5) years of experience as a Software Engineer, Product Engineer, or related occupation.
Five (5) years of experience with:
- Embedded C and C++ development for microcontroller-based systems.
- Automotive communication protocols including CAN and Automotive Ethernet.
- Diagnostic and programming protocols including UDS and XCP.
Three (3) years of experience with bootloader and ECU programming software, including flash erase/write flows, memory layout, and software update and recovery.
Experience using version control and CI/CD tools, including Git and Jenkins, for build, integration, and release of embedded software.
Experience debugging embedded software using hardware debuggers, emulators, and logic or trace tools.

Technologies

Embedded C, Embedded C++
CAN, Automotive Ethernet
UDS, XCP
Git, Jenkins

Hybrid Work Policy

3 days In-office, 2 days remote

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13d ago

Embedded Software Engineer

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. Cambridge, MA

Cambridge, MA

13d ago

$75k - $156k/yr Full time C++ Language Embedded Embedded C

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Job Description

Join a mission-focused team to design and deliver complex real-time embedded software for resource-constrained systems in Cambridge.

Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts (onsite)
Compensation: USD 75,000 - 156,000 per yearly
Experience: 3+ years
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Responsibilities

Designs and implements embedded software architecture for equipment monitoring and control
Evaluates embedded software, firmware, and hardware as part of system design
Codes, debugs, and tests system software
Performs embedded software and multi-platform software implementation
Contributes to overall system design using demonstrated expertise and applicable experience
Contributes content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance
Proactively identifies design-decision needs and concerns and communicates them to project leadership
Adapts work to changes in program requirements
Identifies challenges in assigned work and communicates them to project leadership
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Embedded development and troubleshooting strengths on embedded targets
Experience using in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers, and laboratory test equipment
Strong knowledge of OS coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems
Knowledge of development for real-time execution
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review processes
Excellent time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Technical Focus & Tools

Languages: Rust, C, C++, Python
Low-level/Systems: kernel code, machine code
Architecture: RISC-V
Operating environments: multi-core operating systems, real-time operating system
Hardware interfaces/peripherals: UART, SPI, DMA controller, memory controller
Debugging: JTAG debuggers, in-circuit emulators

Additional Job Description

Expertise in embedded systems, multi-core operating systems, and modifying or writing kernel code, machine code, and C/C++
Ability to learn or bring knowledge of multi-core processing and scheduling
Learn or bring knowledge of RISC-V architecture
Working knowledge of Rust or C experience, plus a strong desire to learn Rust
Experience designing and implementing a real-time operating system
Familiarity with processor low-level peripherals: UART, SPI, DMA controller, memory controller
Ability to absorb detail on processor and peripheral operation similar to complex commercial processors and microcontrollers
Ability to debug and isolate HW issues from a SW/user perspective
RISC-V architecture familiarity is preferred; Python experience is also preferred
Selected applicants must obtain and maintain a government security clearance
Active Top Secret Clearance is preferred

Job Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139-3563-3563

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13d ago

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Leidos Huntsville, AL

Huntsville, AL

13d ago

$131k - $237k/yr Full time Senior DevOps Embedded C

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Job Description

Leidos is hiring a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Huntsville, AL (onsite) to support the development of mission-critical embedded software and firmware for missile defense systems. The role covers end-to-end engineering activities, from design and integration to testing and technical demonstrations in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Perform conceptual design across the full software stack for airborne systems, including embedded software architectural design, code implementation, and team peer review.
Execute unit testing and enable cohesive integration of loosely coupled software modules within subsystems and across distributed networks.
Use DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines to support development and delivery.
Develop software tools, harnesses, and supporting infrastructure to deliver a fully integrated solution.
Lead and contribute to the design, development, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of embedded software systems.
Maintain frequent, direct communication with customers, end users, internal stakeholders, and team members.
Apply established software engineering principles, standards, and best practices throughout the SDLC, including software requirements analysis and hardware compatibility analysis.
Develop tools and software products that support infrastructure, platform design, and system maintenance.
Recommend and implement new technologies, tools, and standards to enhance software engineering practices aligned with organizational goals.
Lead and mentor team members while contributing to delivery of complex projects and aligning work to technical strategy and execution plans.
Identify improved development workflows, tools, and engineering practices, including emerging AI-enabled development capabilities.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline (Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or related) from an accredited institution, with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
12+ years of relevant technical experience, or 10+ years with a master’s degree in a related field.
U.S. citizenship with eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance.
Experience developing, integrating, testing, or troubleshooting embedded software or embedded-adjacent applications that interface with, operate, monitor, support, simulate, control, or communicate with embedded systems.
Resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to the Huntsville-North Alabama area.
Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development.
Experience with real-time operating systems such as VxWorks, Integrity, or FreeRTOS.
Proficiency with embedded processors and microcontrollers (for example, ARM Cortex or RISC-V).
Experience with embedded debugging tools (for example, JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or software debuggers such as GDB).
Experience with modern software development practices including Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and test automation.

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of experience with real-time embedded systems in defense, aerospace, or safety-critical platforms.
Experience with high-speed guided weapons systems, flight controls systems, or similar embedded solutions.
Experience developing large-scale embedded, high-performance systems with a high level of determinism.
Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
Prior experience working in highly regulated or mission-critical environments (for example, aerospace or defense).
Experience with software safety standards such as DO-178C and MIL-STD-882e.
Experience with Agile management tools and concepts such as Jira.
Experience with software configuration management tools such as Git and GitLab.
Proven experience mentoring developers across multiple experience levels.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for highly complex technical challenges.
Ability to work independently on well-defined tasks while contributing effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Technologies

C/C++
VxWorks
Integrity
FreeRTOS
ARM Cortex
RISC-V
JTAG
Oscilloscopes
Logic analyzers
GDB
Agile
DevOps
CI/CD
Test automation

Compensation

Pay Range: USD 131,300 - 237,350 per year.

Benefits

Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

Location and Clearance

Location: Huntsville, AL (onsite)
Citizenship: U.S. citizen
Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance

Posting and Open Period

Original posting date: September 28, 2026.

U.S. positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days, with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date.