Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Irvine, CA (100% onsite – relocation required; relocation package available)

Duration: Full-Time

Rate: $48.08 - $67.31 USD

This Irvine, CA–based opportunity is with an innovative engineering organization focused on advanced wireless and embedded systems development. This role focuses on embedded systems development using C and Linux kernel environments, contributing to highly secure and high-performance communication platforms.

This is a unique opportunity to work on impactful technology used in defense, public safety, and other critical sectors. You’ll collaborate with a highly technical engineering team, gaining exposure to complex networking systems, security protocols, and next-generation embedded platforms. The role offers hands-on experience across the full embedded stack in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Duration: Full-Time/Direct Hire

Required Skills & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 2+ years of embedded software experience OR Master’s degree in a related field

· Strong proficiency in C programming

· Experience with Linux kernel driver development

· Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts

Desired Skills & Experience

· Master’s degree in relevant engineering field

· Experience with security protocols and encryption algorithms (e.g., CNSA suite)

· Knowledge of socket programming and Internet/Ethernet protocols

· Understanding of MAC layer and networking protocols

· Experience with ARM and RISC-V systems

· Familiarity with AMD UltraScale+ MPSoC and Microchip Polarfire SoC

· Knowledge of IPsec, data authentication, and encryption

· Experience with Linux interrupt service routines

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

· 100% Embedded Systems, Networking, and Security Software Development

Daily Responsibilities

· 80% Hands On

· 10% Management Duties

· 10% Team Collaboration