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embedded-systems jobs in San Diego

Posted 1 month ago

This software engineering internship involves developing embedded software for real-time control of advanced tactical radio equipment, working across the full software development lifecycle from requirements analysis through testing and integration. The role requires applying computer science and engineering principles using multiple programming languages (C++, C#, C, Java, Python, etc.) on embedded real-time operating systems (VxWorks, Linux, QNX, Integrity, Windows CE) and evaluating hardware-software interfaces.… Interns will develop test procedures, participate in peer reviews, and utilize modeling tools to conduct experimental tests. The position demands a strong foundation in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, electrical engineering, or related disciplines.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
$45,760 – $66,560 · Posted 1 month ago

Senior Technical Intern supporting firmware development at a mid-infrared laser technology company. You will work with microcontrollers and FPGA platforms alongside PC-based software applications, conduct testing of firmware on embedded systems, and assist experienced engineers with design analysis and development tasks.… This role offers exposure to real engineering practices from sprint planning through deployment while learning embedded systems fundamentals under mentorship.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
$75,850 – $126,585 · Posted 1 month ago

Lead the design, development, and support of enterprise automation solutions across the Microsoft ecosystem, including Microsoft Intune, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure Automation, Power Platform, Copilot Studio, and Azure AI. The role requires deep expertise in Microsoft cloud technologies and hands-on experience building scalable automation solutions using PowerShell, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Microsoft Graph API, and AI-driven workflows.… Responsibilities include endpoint management, Microsoft 365 administration automation, Power Automate/Power Apps design, Azure AI integration, and operational reporting. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of enterprise Microsoft cloud experience and a passion for reducing manual effort through intelligent, secure automation.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
$122,500 – $213,200 · Posted 1 month ago

Design and architect next-generation mobile computer vision and deep learning systems for Qualcomm's AI accelerators and heterogeneous platforms. Define hardware-aware algorithm implementations, deep learning engine architectures, HW/SW partitioning strategies, and performance/power optimization across CPUs, GPUs, DSPs, NPUs, and dedicated accelerators.… Analyze neural network workloads, drive top-down architecture exploration, and collaborate with hardware teams to translate state-of-the-art CV and AI models into efficient mobile implementations.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
$155,000 – $175,000 · Posted 1 month ago

Senior Software Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining control software for advanced life science research instruments. The role spans the full technology stack—from low-level hardware integration and motion control to distributed services and user-facing applications—requiring expertise in C#/.NET, Linux, real-time data acquisition, multi-threaded programming, and RPC frameworks.… Core responsibilities include developing data acquisition and signal processing pipelines, collaborating with systems engineering teams, refactoring existing architecture, and troubleshooting complex instrument software. Requires 5+ years of software development experience with strong C# proficiency and familiarity with control systems, communication protocols, and performance optimization.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
Posted 1 month ago

Senior Wireless Embedded Software Developer responsible for designing, developing, and testing embedded firmware code for Project Leo's satellite constellation and ground terminal systems. The role focuses on delivering real-time embedded firmware components and drivers, profiling and optimizing code on RTOS and bare-metal environments, and defining FW-HW interfaces.… Requires 5+ years of professional software development experience, leadership of design/architecture efforts, and mentoring capabilities.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
Posted 1 month ago

Design, develop, and test embedded firmware running on ground networks, customer terminals, and satellites for Amazon's Project Leo satellite constellation. You will work in a cross-functional team to deliver Leo-MAC firmware components and drivers in real-time embedded environments, making performance and optimization trade-offs, profiling code on RTOS/bare-metal platforms, and defining and debugging firmware-hardware interfaces.… Requires 3+ years of professional software development and 2+ years of systems design/architecture experience.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
Posted 1 month ago

Design, develop, and test embedded firmware code for Amazon's Project Leo satellite constellation, running on ground networks, customer terminals, and satellites. You will optimize performance across MIPs and memory bandwidth, profile code on RTOS and bare-metal environments, define and debug firmware-hardware interfaces, and contribute to multi-dimensional system requirements in a real-time embedded environment.… Requires 3+ years of professional software development experience and 2+ years of system design or architecture experience.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
Posted 1 month ago

Senior Embedded Software Engineer responsible for developing complex real-time embedded systems for electroporation therapy delivery, including firmware, device drivers, middleware, embedded UI applications, and system-level software. The role requires 7+ years of embedded software development experience with modern C++, ARM Cortex-M processors, RTOS frameworks (ThreadX, FreeRTOS, etc.), and expertise in real-time control systems, closed-loop feedback, safety-critical software, and cybersecurity implementation.… Responsibilities span architecture design, hardware-software integration, verification and validation, CI/CD support, and cross-functional collaboration with electrical, mechanical, and regulatory teams. The candidate must demonstrate proficiency with embedded development tools, debugging hardware, IEC 62304/IEC 60601 compliance standards, and FDA cybersecurity guidance.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
$94,200 – $141,200 · Posted 1 month ago

Windows driver developer role on Qualcomm's Snapdragon platform, responsible for designing and developing drivers and embedded software across the Windows-on-Snapdragon product lifecycle. Requires strong C/C++ and Python skills, deep understanding of OS concepts (Windows/Linux kernel), ARM architecture, and hands-on embedded systems debugging.… Will collaborate across internal and external teams to triage issues, support chipset bring-up, and optimize system performance on ARM-based SoCs.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
$105,500 – $168,800 · Posted 1 month ago

Sr. Systems Engineer I will translate complex technical findings into actionable recommendations for cross-functional teams (Quality, Manufacturing, Service Engineering, R&D, Regulatory, Leadership) in a medical device environment.… The role requires 4+ years of industrial systems engineering or product development experience, with strong preference for domain expertise in flow cytometry, cell analysis, signal processing, embedded systems, electronics, software, fluidics, optics, or assay reagents. Key responsibilities include executing system-level characterization, integration, and test procedures. A Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline is required; Master's or PhD preferred.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
Posted 1 month ago

Principal Systems Engineer leading full product development lifecycle for a Class II Medical Device, defining system architecture and engineering strategy across electrical, firmware, software, and manufacturing domains. Owns multidisciplinary systems end-to-end, establishing development processes (CI/CD, automated testing, version control), leading embedded hardware and firmware architectures, and ensuring FDA compliance and Design Controls adherence.… Serves as primary technical authority coordinating internal teams and external partners, conducting design/architecture reviews, supporting manufacturing scale-up, and mentoring cross-functional engineers. Requires 12+ years of multidisciplinary product development with demonstrated systems engineering expertise, regulated-industry experience, and technical leadership without direct authority.

San DiegoLast seen 29 days ago
$94,200 – $141,200 · Posted 1 month ago

Qualcomm seeks a Windows driver developer to join an Agile Scrum team developing Windows-on-Snapdragon products across their full lifecycle. The role requires strong embedded Windows software development skills, proficiency in C/C++, Python, and Shell scripting, and hands-on experience debugging ARM-based SoCs.… You will design and develop key features, gather requirements, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and triage issues on Qualcomm chipsets.

San DiegoLast seen 1 month ago
$75,800 – $144,200 · Posted 1 month ago

As a Systems Engineer II, you will integrate hardware and software components, develop and execute test plans, debug system interfaces, and verify requirements throughout the product lifecycle. You will support engineering activities across integration, testing, troubleshooting, and field deployment, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure systems perform reliably.… The role requires hands-on lab and field testing, root-cause analysis, and use of test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers) and analysis tools like MATLAB. You will maintain engineering specifications, prepare performance evaluations, and present technical results to stakeholders.

San DiegoLast seen 1 month ago
$165,000 – $205,000 · Posted 1 month ago

The Senior Systems Engineer leads the full lifecycle of compute, camera, and radio systems—from requirements development through design, integration, testing, and qualification. You'll develop system architecture, define interfaces, conduct trade studies, and oversee verification and validation across hardware and software.… The role requires 8+ years of systems engineering experience, deep expertise in embedded systems (ARM, PowerPC, x86 processors), flight and ground software, RTOSes, and embedded protocols (SpaceWire, CameraLink, CAN, etc.), plus proficiency in C/C++, Python, and requirements management tools.

San DiegoLast seen 1 month ago
$105,500 – $168,800 · Posted 1 month ago

Senior Systems Engineer responsible for translating complex technical findings into actionable recommendations across Quality, Manufacturing, Service Engineering, R&D, Regulatory, and Leadership teams. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and 4+ years of industrial experience in systems engineering, product development, or sustaining roles.… Strongly preferred experience in flow cytometry or cell analysis domains (signal processing, embedded systems, electronics, software, fluidics, optics, assay reagents). Will execute system-level characterization, integration, and test procedures.

San DiegoLast seen 1 month ago
$62,900 – $119,700 · Posted 1 month ago

As a Systems Engineer I, you will integrate hardware and software components, develop and execute test plans, debug system functions and interfaces, and verify requirements throughout the product lifecycle. You'll support engineering activities across integration, testing, field deployment, and post-deployment phases, analyzing real-world and test data using tools like MATLAB, troubleshooting hardware/software issues, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.… The role expects you to maintain engineering specifications and databases, conduct root-cause analyses, and present technical results to stakeholders. A STEM bachelor's degree and hands-on experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers) are required; familiarity with C/C++/C# and Python scripting is preferred.

San DiegoLast seen 1 month ago
Posted 1 month ago

Senior embedded software engineer role developing flight software for Amazon's Leo satellite constellation. Responsibilities include designing and implementing payload radio and mode management software in C/C++ on embedded Linux systems, collaborating with hardware teams on board bring-up and integration, and following high-reliability practices for satellite security and operations throughout the satellite lifecycle.

San DiegoLast seen 1 month ago
Posted 1 month ago

Senior embedded software engineer leading secure firmware development for satellite communication systems. Designs and implements hardware interfaces using protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, and Ethernet with embedded security controls.… Collaborates with hardware architects and security teams to bring custom silicon from concept through secure verification and production integration. Requires 7+ years of professional software engineering with deep expertise in secure embedded systems, RTOS, real-time constraints, threat modeling, and penetration testing methodologies.

San DiegoLast seen 10 days ago
Posted 1 month ago

Design, develop, and test embedded software for aerospace spacecraft and computer boards, with hands-on responsibility for bootloaders, BSPs, kernels, and device drivers across VxWorks, Embedded Linux, RTEMS, and bare-metal platforms. Write C/C++ and assembly code for real-time, high-reliability systems, and develop Python-based test automation tools.… Participate in system verification, debugging, manufacturing support, and cross-discipline design reviews; contribute to software architecture and process improvement across projects. Requires 8–30 years of embedded systems experience, strong C/C++/Python proficiency, and deep knowledge of kernel/driver development, low-level debugging, and file-system fundamentals.

San DiegoLast seen 1 month ago
$125,000 – $150,000 · Posted 1 month ago

Embedded Software Engineer III will develop real-time embedded C/C++ software for satellite avionics and payload data processing systems, working with multi-core processors, FPGA-integrated platforms (Xilinx, Microchip, Vorago), and ARM Cortex/RISC-V architectures. Responsibilities include customizing Linux kernels and bootloaders (U-Boot, GRUB) for flight applications, implementing secure communications (IP, TLS, IPsec, AES, RSA, ECDSA), and interfacing with embedded buses (SPI, I2C, UART, PCIe, SpaceWire).… The role requires 5+ years of embedded software experience in C/C++, deep knowledge of networking protocols and cryptographic systems, and ability to collaborate with hardware and FPGA engineers on rugged, Low-SWaP aerospace products.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$156,000 – $187,200 · Posted 1 month ago

Design and develop embedded firmware in C and C++ for next-generation wireless RF test equipment running on ARM processors. Work on RTOS, embedded Linux, and bare metal platforms, performing hardware bring-up and debugging with lab instruments like JTAG and oscilloscopes.… Collaborate with cross-functional RF, DSP, FPGA, and hardware engineering teams to support wireless technologies including 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth, mmWave, UWB, and NFC used in Apple devices.

San DiegoLast seen 1 month ago
Posted 1 month ago

Develop embedded software for microcontroller-based systems using C/C++, bare metal, and real-time operating systems, including board bring-up, device drivers, bootloaders, and firmware. Create PC-based diagnostic and test automation applications in C#.… Perform unit and integration testing, debug hardware-software issues, and validate software across environments. Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and quality teams to integrate modules, optimize for performance and power efficiency, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

San DiegoLast seen 1 month ago
Posted 1 month ago

Design, configure, and sustain mission-critical networked systems using Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, and specialized hardware. Support end-to-end lifecycle activities including staging, integration, testing, fielding, and sustainment of DoD networks.… Implement secure architectures aligned with RMF and STIGs, perform system hardening and vulnerability remediation, and troubleshoot networks in labs, shore facilities, and deployed environments. Requires 8+ years of hands-on network engineering experience, DoD Secret clearance, and a DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification (Security+ CE minimum).

San DiegoLast seen 1 month ago
$115,000 – $200,000 · Posted 1 month ago

Senior Embedded Software Engineer role developing embedded Linux applications, drivers, and servers for resilient communications solutions. Responsibilities include designing and implementing software for radios and waveforms, configuring Linux kernels and board support packages, troubleshooting system-level issues across the embedded Linux stack, and leading teams of software engineers.… Requires 4+ years embedded Linux development experience, 2+ years asymmetric multi-processing and Yocto Project experience, RTOS development background, and proficiency in C++, Python, kernel development, and cross-compilation.

San DiegoLast seen 13 days ago