embedded-systems jobs in San Diego

Senior embedded software engineer responsible for designing, developing, and integrating embedded C/C++ software for next-generation intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) medical devices. The role requires 7+ years of embedded systems experience, strong hardware/software integration skills, expertise with microcontrollers, DSP, FPGA, and data acquisition systems.…See more Responsibilities include ultrasound signal processing, FPGA-to-console interfaces, diagnostics/test software development, and cross-functional collaboration with FPGA, electronics, systems, and manufacturing teams.

Senior Automation Engineer responsible for designing, integrating, and deploying scalable automation solutions across wet chemical processing lines, automated parts inspection systems, and CNC machining equipment in a high-tech manufacturing environment. Requires 10+ years of controls/automation engineering experience with hands-on expertise in PLC programming (WAGO, IDEC), HMI/SCADA development, motion control, and integration of vision systems (Cognex, Keyence).…See more Will manage cross-functional collaboration with operations, process engineering, quality, and IT teams; conduct vendor management and Factory Acceptance Testing; program control logic and communication protocols (EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, Modbus/ModbusTCP); and ensure compliance with NEC, OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, and UL508A standards.

As a Software Engineer on Qualcomm's Automotive Experience Platform team, you will design, develop, and validate embedded software and applications that demonstrate future automotive technologies at trade shows and customer demonstrations. You'll work across Android, Linux, Windows, and QNX platforms, contributing to rapid prototyping, debugging, integration, and demo readiness.…See more The role requires strong programming fundamentals in C/C++, Java, Kotlin, or Python, familiarity with embedded software debugging tools, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced concept-showcase environment. You will support the full software development lifecycle—from design and coding through unit testing, issue resolution, and technical documentation.

Senior systems software engineer focused on power optimization for Snapdragon mobile SoCs. The role spans hardware-software integration across firmware, Linux kernel, and Android, requiring expertise in low-power design, DVFS, scheduler optimization, and post-silicon power debugging.…See more Responsibilities include prototyping power features from pre-silicon through productization, executing power KPI optimization across real workloads, and building power telemetry and analysis infrastructure. Strong foundation in computer architecture, embedded systems, and OS fundamentals required; hands-on firmware and Linux kernel development experience essential.

Lead Systems Engineer role supporting Navy physical and electronic security systems modernization and sustainment. Responsibilities include reviewing engineering deliverables and technical documentation, identifying technical risks and obsolescence concerns, preparing technical summaries and decision-support products for leadership, and providing technical mentoring to systems engineering teams.…See more Requires 10+ years of systems engineering experience on DoD contracts in force protection, physical security, command and control, or related mission systems, with strong expertise in requirements management, configuration management, integration, verification and validation, and lifecycle sustainment.

Design, develop, and optimize modem firmware and real-time embedded software for 5G/6G protocol stacks (L1/L2/L3) on Qualcomm's Snapdragon chipset, implementing 3GPP-compliant features and real-time scheduling algorithms. Work across protocol layers to develop adaptive algorithms that respond to network conditions and AI-driven optimization signals, and architect frameworks enabling OEM and operator partners to deliver differentiated wireless experiences.…See more Debug complex field issues using protocol logs and trace tools, write and maintain unit and integration tests, and collaborate with systems, architecture, and hardware teams on modem bring-up and performance optimization. Requires strong C/C++ foundation, deep wireless communication principles knowledge, embedded systems expertise, and familiarity with real-time operating systems.

Staff-level embedded software engineer responsible for developing and maintaining bare-metal firmware and low-level device drivers for Qualcomm Automotive reference platforms. Primary duties include early hardware bring-up and debug of new boards and chipsets, implementing test firmware for platform validation and manufacturing, and collaborating across hardware, silicon, and systems teams to resolve integration issues.…See more Requires 4+ years of software engineering experience with C/C++ and expertise in embedded systems, device drivers, and firmware development. The role involves analyzing failures using lab instrumentation, supporting multiple platform variants, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to code reviews and documentation.

Senior engineer designing, developing, and debugging Android and automotive software features for next-generation vehicle experiences. Responsibilities include hands-on development across Android, Linux, QNX, and embedded systems; deep system integration testing and SIT-level debugging; log analysis and root-cause analysis across software and hardware layers; and collaboration with platform, UX, and system integration teams to support rapid prototyping and customer showcases.…See more Requires 2+ years software engineering experience with proficiency in C, C++, Java, or Python; 5+ years preferred in Android, Android Automotive, embedded systems, or automotive software platforms.

Sr. Staff Embedded Software Engineer responsible for developing and maintaining bare-metal firmware and low-level device drivers for Qualcomm Automotive reference platforms.…See more Performs hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation across boards and chipsets, analyzing failures using lab instrumentation and resolving hardware/software integration issues. Implements test firmware for platform validation and manufacturing, collaborates with hardware and silicon teams, and mentors junior engineers on embedded software best practices and debugging techniques.

Lead hands-on integration and testing of quantum light engines, combining mechanical, electrical, and photonics assemblies into server rack systems. Manage electrical and optical cabling, organize hardware intake and kitting processes, and build test infrastructure for reliability testing with lasers and photonic components.…See more Requires 5+ years of test engineering and hardware integration experience, with laser systems experience preferred. Work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, software, and firmware teams to unblock integration projects and maintain schedules.

Design, develop, integrate, and test embedded real-time software for Link-16 and Tactical Datalink systems in a defense environment. Requires proficiency in C/C++ and object-oriented programming, with hands-on experience developing and debugging multi-threaded embedded applications, integrating firmware, and working with software-defined radios and tactical communications hardware.…See more Work in an Agile environment alongside systems engineering, hardware, and integration teams, analyzing system capabilities and resolving complex real-time and controls issues.

BAE Systems seeks a Test Automation Engineer with 6–8 years of software integration and test experience to automate tests, develop test plans and procedures, and support system integration on aerospace and defense programs. The role requires leading testing and integration of complex software projects, coordinating with technical teams, verifying requirements, and supporting customer meetings and operational deployment.…See more The candidate must hold an active Secret clearance, understand modern software development and systems engineering practices, and work effectively in an Agile, fast-paced environment with both in-person and remote collaboration.

Qualcomm seeks an embedded software engineer to design, develop, and validate real-time sensors software for mobile and IoT devices. You will architect scalable, high-performance systems integrating sensors, audio, location, camera, and connectivity technologies, working cross-functionally with hardware and systems teams.…See more The role requires proficiency in C/C++, embedded RTOS, Linux/Android, and software debugging tools, with potential contributions in digital signal processing, machine learning, and AI. You will manage complex projects independently, optimize performance, and produce technical documentation while ensuring architectural decisions align with business and technical requirements.

Develop high-performance embedded software for custom system-on-chip hardware, working across DSP, ARM, and RISC-V microarchitectures in multi-core environments ranging from bare metal to Linux. Write low-level C code to interface with hardware components, validate performance under nominal and stress conditions, and build test plans and software requirements specifications using test-driven development methodologies.…See more Requires 4+ years of C/C++ embedded systems experience, strong understanding of hardware-software interaction and computer architecture, proficiency with version control and CI/CD tools, and active Secret-level security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

An embedded systems software engineer role designing, implementing, and optimizing C applications for real-time signal processing on custom SoCs. The engineer will port signal processing algorithms from MATLAB/Python/C++ to optimized C code, develop Hardware-in-the-loop tests, and work across multi-disciplinary teams of software engineers, systems engineers, hardware designers, and signal processing experts.…See more Requires 8+ years of C/C++ embedded systems development, strong signal processing fundamentals, and hands-on Linux development experience.

Software Engineer at Leidos' Undersea Systems Division developing and testing uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUVs) for Naval Information Warfare Center, Pacific. Responsibilities include UUV operations software, sensor integration and control, behavior optimization, and platform-independent data processing tools.…See more Requires strong systems programming in Linux, Python, and C/C++; practical TCP networking and socket-level data transport; ROS2, CAN bus, UDP, and telemetry analysis experience. Role includes hands-on hardware/software bring-up, benchtop troubleshooting, sea-based testing, and occasional travel.

Design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software applications under supervision, working with C/C++, Python, or PERL. Responsibilities include analyzing requirements, implementing features, conducting unit testing and debugging, participating in code reviews, and writing technical documentation.…See more Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science and proficiency with Windows debugging and API debugging tools.

Senior Automation Engineer responsible for developing, maintaining, and operating complex custom automation systems in a biotech stem-cell therapy environment. The role requires designing scripted protocols, integrating hardware and software components, troubleshooting system failures, and ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and GxP principles.…See more Requires 5+ years in hardware design, automation, or biotech; proficiency in C#; and hands-on experience with robotics, motion control, sensors, and machine vision systems.

Senior Project Manager overseeing embedded software development programs with 10+ years' experience managing delivery across distributed onshore-offshore teams. Responsible for sprint planning, release management, risk mitigation, and escalation triage using agile/SAFe methodologies.…See more Requires proficiency in Confluence, MS Project, and Smartsheet for backlog and status reporting, plus background in robotics and embedded systems to credibly communicate with engineering stakeholders.

The OT Security Engineer will conduct vulnerability assessments in industrial SCADA/ICS environments, using specialized tools like Nozomi, Claroty, and Tenable.ot to identify risks in PLCs, HMIs, and OT networks. Responsibilities include performing asset discovery, risk assessment, and security scanning, then providing remediation recommendations to engineering teams.…See more The role requires hands-on knowledge of OT network protocols, segmentation, firewalls, and industrial cybersecurity practices, with regular onsite collaboration with operational technology and engineering staff.

Develop FPGA-based solutions using hybrid C/C++ and HDL architectures, designing component interfaces to analog/digital converters and microcontrollers. Build robust data acquisition and analysis systems for health monitoring, perform integration and verification testing, and collaborate across firmware, hardware, and software teams.…See more Requires 2+ years of FPGA/embedded development experience, proficiency in C/C++, Xilinx Vivado/Vitis, and device communication protocols (SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Serial). This role requires access to export-controlled information and U.S. person status.

Qualcomm seeks a Senior System Software Engineer to optimize power efficiency across Snapdragon mobile SoCs. The role spans the full lifecycle from architecture and modeling through post-silicon debug, validation, and productization, requiring expertise in firmware, Linux kernel, and system software optimization.…See more Responsibilities include driving end-to-end power optimization across hardware/software boundaries, owning post-silicon power KPI execution, performing trade-off analysis on scheduler and DVFS algorithms, and developing power debug and automation infrastructure. The position demands strong embedded software development experience, deep understanding of computer architecture and OS fundamentals, and hands-on work with firmware and kernel-level tuning.

Design, develop, and debug embedded software for aerospace systems at Honeywell Aerospace. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, conduct code reviews, implement testing procedures, and ensure timely project completion.…See more The role requires embedded systems expertise and will contribute to innovative aviation technology deployed on 90% of the world's aircraft.

Qualcomm seeks a Software Engineer to develop power and limits management software for chipsets and SoCs. The role involves analyzing requirements, designing software solutions optimized for power efficiency, performing detailed analysis of existing software to improve performance and memory utilization, and developing profiling and debugging tools.…See more Candidates will work across pre-silicon to commercialization, collaborating with system, power, hardware, and software engineers, and may scope hardware acceleration opportunities.

Qualcomm seeks a Systems Software Power Engineer to optimize power efficiency across Snapdragon mobile SoCs. The role spans the full lifecycle from architecture and design through post-silicon debug, validation, and productization, requiring deep expertise in power architectures, control loops, and low-power techniques.…See more The engineer will prototype and evaluate power features using pre-silicon platforms and post-silicon bring-up, perform trade-off analysis on scheduler and DVFS algorithms, and develop firmware, Linux kernel, and system-level optimizations. The position demands hands-on embedded software development, Linux kernel experience, computer architecture fundamentals, and electrical engineering knowledge of low-power design principles.