Embedded Engineer
- Location
- San Francisco Bay Area, CA, US
- Job function
- Electrical Engineering › Electronics & Hardware › Embedded Software Engineer
Posted Nov 6, 2026Last confirmed open Nov 7, 2026
About this role
- Job ID:
J54374
- Job Title:
Embedded Engineer
- Location:
Bay Area, CA
- Duration:
12 Months + Extension
- Domain Exposure:
Aerospace/ Airlines
- Client:
To Be Discussed Later
- Employment Type:
W-2, 1099, C2C
- Work Authorization:
US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other
Job Title: Embedded Engineer
Location: Bay Area, CA
Duration: 12 months
Bill Rate: $79/hour (C2C)
Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C
Client: To Be Discussed Later
Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other
Job Description:
We are looking for a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer with strong experience in embedded firmware, C/C++, Linux, RTOS, networking, and automotive systems. The candidate will lead system architecture, develop device drivers, integrate hardware and sensors, and improve the performance and reliability of vehicle computing platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and lead embedded system architecture for vehicle computing and networking platforms.
- Develop embedded firmware and device drivers using C/C++ and Python.
- Work with Linux kernel, FreeRTOS, QNX, and other RTOS platforms.
- Develop and debug CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Ethernet communication interfaces.
- Work with networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, HTTP, and gRPC.
- Integrate sensors including LiDAR, Radar, and Cameras.
- Support PCB bring-up, hardware debugging, and system integration.
- Perform Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing and performance optimization.
- Work with hardware, software, and electrical engineering teams.
- Ensure system reliability, safety, and performance.
Required Skills:
- Strong programming experience in Embedded C/C++ and Python.
- Expertise in Embedded Linux and RTOS (FreeRTOS/QNX).
- Experience with device drivers, firmware, and bootloaders.
- Knowledge of CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet, I2C, and SPI.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, UDP, and networking protocols.
- Experience with automotive embedded systems.
- Knowledge of Linux kernel tuning and hardware integration.
- Experience with HIL testing and debugging tools.
- Strong system architecture and technical leadership skills.
Preferred Skills:
- AUTOSAR, OSEK, and ISO 26262.
- Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN), PTP/gPTP.
- CPU, GPU, and hardware accelerator optimization.
- Automotive or robotics experience.
- CCNA/CCNP certification is a plus.
Equal Opportunity
Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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