embedded-systems jobs in San Diego

Design, implement, integrate, and commercialize video software modules on Qualcomm SoCs, including user and kernel mode drivers for playback, streaming, camcorder, and DRM use cases. Develop and optimize video compression, streaming protocols, and Agentic AI frameworks on Linux platforms while meeting performance, latency, power, and stability requirements.…See more Work with hardware and systems engineers to integrate cutting-edge video technology on Snapdragon processors for mobile and AI inferencing platforms. Requires expertise in Linux kernel development (V4L2, device drivers), video compression standards (H.264/H.265/AV1), streaming protocols (HLS/HTTP/RTSP/DASH), and embedded systems debugging.

Design and implement security and privacy controls for on-device AI features on Snap OS, including model integrity, secure data handling, inference-time privacy protections, and sensor access controls. Research and develop security features across firmware, applications, system services, and cloud-connected device surfaces.…See more Improve fuzzing infrastructure, automated security testing, and continuous validation pipelines for OS components, IPC mechanisms, parsers, drivers, firmware, and AI data flows. Requires 5+ years developing production software in C, C++, or Rust and 3+ years building security or platform protection features for Linux-based, embedded, mobile, or wearable systems.

Design, develop, and expand an SDK and Demo App ecosystem for identity document scanning hardware, architecting core APIs that embed image processing, advanced calibration algorithms, and data capture libraries (OCR & barcode decoding). Optimize low-latency image pre-processing pipelines, integrate third-party recognition libraries, and port the SDK across multi-device and networked environments (Linux, embedded systems, tablets, edge devices).…See more Work closely with firmware engineers on device communication protocols (USB, Serial, PC/SC) and write technical documentation for global B2B clients. The role requires 3–5+ years of professional C++ and C#/.NET development with hands-on computer vision (OpenCV), embedded systems knowledge, and strong technical communication skills.

Senior/Staff Software Engineer role developing driver, diagnostic, and embedded software for intravascular ultrasound systems using C++. Responsibilities include architecting and designing embedded software, creating detailed design documentation (specifications, architecture, design documents), developing driver software for hardware-application communication, and interfacing with cross-functional teams including hardware, electrical, and system engineers.…See more Requires 8+ years of embedded/software development experience, strong C++ expertise, BS/MS in Computer Science or related field, and experience creating detailed design documentation; digital signal/image processing and CUDA knowledge are preferred.

Design and implement ultra-high-performance packet processing software for AWS EC2's Nitro System, handling encryption, firewalls, routing, and billing across millions of hosts worldwide. Optimize data structures and low-level hardware tuning to achieve millions of packets per second on single CPU cores using C/C++.…See more Own end-to-end feature design, implementation, integration testing, and production deployment across the global EC2 fleet. Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams on system architecture, CI/CD validation platforms, and monitoring/diagnostics services.

Develop and optimize low-level embedded firmware in C++ for avionics systems, flight controllers, and mission payloads, focusing on performance, reliability, and safety-critical applications. Port frameworks and applications to new RTOSes and hardware platforms, create Board Support Packages (BSPs), adapt Hardware Abstraction Layers (HALs), and develop peripheral drivers for interfaces like I2C, SPI, UART, and ADC.…See more Conduct unit and integration testing including fault injection and MISRA C compliance checks, diagnose cross-domain issues across electromechanical, software, networking, and RF subsystems, and collaborate with hardware teams to validate firmware incorporating secure boot, watchdogs, and fault-tolerant designs. Requires 5+ years embedded systems development, U.S. citizenship, ability to obtain DoD security clearance, strong Linux/Windows proficiency, and expertise in Python, Bash, Shell, and C/C++.

Design, implement, and integrate software for embedded Linux targets, including headless applications, drivers, and servers. Configure Linux kernels and board support packages, troubleshoot system-level issues across the embedded Linux stack, and perform feasibility studies and performance analysis.…See more Requires 4+ years of embedded Linux integration and embedded software development experience, proficiency in C++ and Python, 2+ years with Yocto Project, and experience with device drivers, cross-compilation, and kernel development.

Design, implement, and optimize real-time embedded modem firmware across protocol layers and drivers while meeting strict latency, memory, and power constraints. Pioneer AI-native development practices by integrating AI coding agents, LLM-based code review, and automated test synthesis into daily workflows to accelerate delivery and debugging.…See more Own end-to-end feature delivery from requirements through on-target bring-up, and debug complex multi-layer hardware issues using AI-assisted analysis. Requires deep expertise in modern C/C++, embedded systems (DSP/Arm architectures), RTOS internals, data structures, and hands-on target hardware debugging, combined with practical experience using AI coding assistants and agentic tools.

Lead the design and development of embedded NPU software frameworks, runtime libraries, and system drivers for AI acceleration across Snapdragon SoCs. Architect optimizations for high-performance, low-power multimedia and machine learning workloads spanning mobile, automotive, compute, and XR platforms.…See more Work across the full software stack—from low-level drivers to high-level frameworks—collaborating with hardware and systems teams. Mentor engineers, drive technical decisions, and own system-level integration across CPU/DSP/NPU subsystems.

Senior Sensors Software Engineer at Qualcomm designing and developing low-power embedded software for mobile sensors, IoT, wearables, and AR/VR applications. Responsibilities include architecting scalable real-time embedded systems, performing design and coding for large features, debugging, integration, and technical documentation.…See more Requires 2+ years of software engineering experience with proficiency in C/C++, embedded RTOS, and Linux/Android/Windows; familiarity with sensors technology, digital signal processing, machine learning, and AI is preferred.

Senior Software Engineer role on Google's Pixel GPU driver team, responsible for developing and maintaining kernel and user-space graphics driver stacks. Requires 5+ years of low-level systems programming in C++ or C, 3+ years of device driver development interfacing software with hardware, 3+ years with embedded operating systems, and 1+ year of GPU architecture experience.…See more The role involves developing new GPU features, optimizing performance, bringing silicon to production, debugging complex issues, and identifying future requirements for Pixel hardware.

Lead system-level development of complex mechatronic systems for semiconductor backend equipment, balancing functional, economic, and risk criteria. Ensure architectural consistency and interface compatibility across subsystems through analytical modeling and simulation.…See more Guide design reviews, conduct risk assessments, validate compliance with certification standards (CE, SEMI, RoHS), and design detailed parts and assemblies. Present technical solutions and resolve system-level issues in collaboration with customers and cross-functional stakeholders.

Lead a software engineering team developing embedded control systems, with responsibility for planning, design, and technical oversight of development activities. Perform complex software and control system engineering work, including functional testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of findings.…See more Apply strong C# and .NET expertise (including WPF/XAML) to build tactical user interfaces following object-oriented design patterns and MVVM architecture. Requires 6+ years of engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree), demonstrated mastery of software engineering principles, and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.

As a Staff System Performance Engineer, you will research, simulate, and validate performance across Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets, optimizing power, performance, and thermal behavior for Mobile, Compute, Automotive, and IoT platforms. You will profile complex concurrent system use-cases in emulation and software environments (Android/Linux/Windows), define performance analysis plans across multiple workloads (CPU, GPU, AI/ML), and identify optimization opportunities in SoC software and hardware architectures.…See more You will lead triage of performance issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams on power and thermal solutions, and mentor junior engineers. The role requires 4+ years of post-silicon power/performance analysis experience, strong programming skills (Python, C/C++), deep understanding of ARM SoC architecture, and the ability to communicate findings to senior leadership and drive architectural decisions.

Develop, test, and deliver software and firmware for uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUVs), including designing embedded systems in C/C++, writing device drivers and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART), integrating sensors and hardware components, and conducting at-sea testing and validation. The role spans both embedded firmware development and hardware design, requiring hands-on prototyping, PCB work, lab testing with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers, and occasional travel for sea trials.…See more You will collaborate on component selection, system optimization, regression testing, and may operate UUV systems during evaluation.

Design, develop, and test embedded software for space products, including bootloaders, BSPs, device drivers for VxWorks, Embedded Linux, and RTEMS. Write C and assembly code for low-level hardware interfaces, develop Python-based test automation GUIs, and create comprehensive test plans and verification documentation.…See more Debug and verify component and board designs through software, troubleshoot production issues, and lead technical customer discussions.

Support and maintain an Engineering Workspace environment spanning Windows VDI, Citrix, Linux HPC platforms, and simulation applications for a technical user community. Design and maintain automated functional application testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines, with 5+ years of enterprise Windows/virtual desktop support required.…See more Deploy engineering and simulation applications, drive automation initiatives, and participate in Agile/DevOps practices to improve system reliability and end-user productivity. Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and infrastructure partners to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.

The Embedded Software Engineer III designs and implements embedded software for satellite avionics and payload data processing systems, including real-time monitoring, power management, and Linux board support packages for flight applications. The role requires proficiency in C/C++ on embedded Linux and RTOS platforms, experience with ARM Cortex and RISC-V architectures, bootloader/kernel customization, and networking/security protocols (IP, TLS, IPsec).…See more Responsibilities include interfacing with FPGA systems (Xilinx, Microsemi, Microchip, Vorago), cryptographic implementations, and close collaboration with hardware teams to deliver low-SWaP aerospace solutions. Candidates must have 5+ years of embedded software development and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Lead hardware and firmware integration for Tesla's cell manufacturing equipment, performing system validation from PCBA design through production deployment. Debug complex HW/SW interactions across power electronics and battery systems, create automated test infrastructure, and drive root-cause analysis on field escalations.…See more Partner cross-functionally with electrical, manufacturing, and process engineering teams to ensure functional, performance, safety, and reliability requirements are met across Formation and Cell Qualification equipment.

Senior Staff Firmware Development Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and verifying CPU power management firmware for Qualcomm SoCs in pre-silicon and post-silicon environments. Requires 6+ years of software engineering experience, deep expertise in embedded firmware development with C/assembly, RTOS/OS kernel driver development, and ARM v8 architecture.…See more Will collaborate with hardware teams, contribute to open-source communities, mentor engineers, and participate in platform bring-up, boot, RAS, debug, security, and runtime services across multiple verticals.

As a Platform Software Engineer in Qualcomm's Automotive group, you will design, develop, and validate embedded software, drivers, and firmware for next-generation automotive solutions including infotainment, telematics, and autonomous driving systems. You will lead development and debugging of platform software modules, collaborate with hardware and systems engineers, and interact with automotive customers to deliver requirements-compliant solutions.…See more The role requires understanding of hardware-software integration across CPU, accelerators, and standard hardware blocks, with expertise in embedded software layers such as boot, drivers, firmware, security, and safety kernels. You will work with automotive industry standards, embedded systems on ARM-based SoCs, and tools such as JTAG debugging and C programming.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer role focused on implementing existing DSP algorithms into production-quality embedded C/C++ software for modern CPU and GPU architectures. Responsibilities include translating reference models into optimized real-time code, working with ARM-based System-on-Chip and embedded Linux environments, collaborating with FPGA and signal processing engineers, and leading embedded software delivery for customer programs.…See more Requires strong commercial experience in C/C++ embedded development, real-time algorithm implementation, embedded systems optimization, and direct customer engagement.

As a Sr. Staff Engineer for Wearables at Qualcomm, you will design, develop, and validate next-generation embedded software and platforms for wearable devices.…See more You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, systems, architecture, test) to translate use-case requirements into implementation specifications, manage code reviews and quality assurance, and deploy state-of-the-art wearables algorithms into commercial products. The role requires deep expertise in modern C++, multi-core programming on heterogeneous mobile architectures (CPUs, GPUs, DSPs, tensor accelerators), performance analysis, and established software development processes (CI/CD, testing, code reviews). You'll need 6+ years of software engineering experience and 3+ years with C++, Java, Python, or similar languages.

Lead a software team developing embedded software for control systems at General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems. Analyze and resolve complex embedded software and control system problems with minimal oversight, formulate detailed implementation plans for control system software, conduct functional testing using lab equipment, and provide technical direction to experienced staff.…See more Requires 10–15+ years of progressive embedded systems engineering experience (depending on degree level) and the ability to manage project timelines, communicate technical findings to leadership and customers, and apply innovative problem-solving to advanced engineering challenges.

Staff Software Engineer leading the architecture and evolution of core robotics software systems at Brain Corp, with primary ownership of the Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL), telemetry systems, and C++ middleware. The role involves re-architecting foundational software to improve modularity, scalability, and performance on autonomous mobile robots, including hardware bring-up for sensors (LiDARs, cameras, IMUs), middleware migration from Python to C++, and system optimization across latency, throughput, and resource efficiency.…See more This is a highly hands-on and strategic position requiring leadership of technical direction, mentorship of engineers, and close collaboration with hardware, autonomy, and applications teams. Requires 7+ years of software engineering experience with proven expertise in robotics systems, embedded platforms, or HAL design.