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Contract Automotive Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in California

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$131K - $172K/yr

... automotive, and other IoT industries. Our software is deployed in millions of devices globally ... Expert knowledge of real-time embedded C programming * Experience as a Bluetooth firmware developer ...

Embedded Software Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$139K - $183K/yr

We're looking for an embedded software engineer to design and deliver security-focused features for encrypted storage products, including implementation of modern cryptography and support for FIPS ...

Embedded Software Engineer - Onsite

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$148K - $195K/yr

This is a 12 month contract opportunity. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to implement enhancements and new features for AI glasses. You will be responsible for ...

The Embedded team, works closely with Vehicle Hardware, Autonomy, and Infrastructure engineers to ... Bonus points for experience within automotive and/or transit * Experience deploying firmware to ...

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Contract Automotive Embedded Software Engineer information

What is the difference between Contract Automotive Embedded Software Engineer vs Contract Automotive Software Developer?

AspectContract Automotive Embedded Software EngineerContract Automotive Software Developer
CredentialsRelevant engineering degrees, embedded systems certificationsComputer science or software engineering degrees, coding certifications
Work EnvironmentAutomotive industry, embedded systems development, real-time environmentsSoftware development teams, automotive or tech companies, application or system software
Employer & Industry UsageAutomotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, embedded system manufacturersAutomotive manufacturers, tech firms, software service providers

The main difference is that Contract Automotive Embedded Software Engineers focus on developing software specifically for automotive embedded systems, often working with real-time hardware. In contrast, Contract Automotive Software Developers may work on broader software applications within the automotive industry, including user interfaces or backend systems. Both roles require strong programming skills, but their focus areas and environments differ.

What are the most commonly searched types of Automotive Embedded Software Engineer jobs in California? The most popular types of Automotive Embedded Software Engineer jobs in California are:

Embedded Software Engineer

Asterism IT Solutions

San Diego, CA • On-site

$139K - $183K/yr

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Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Embedded Software Engineer
 
Experience level:
 Mid Level (5-8 yrs exp.)
 
Experience required:
 3 Years
 
Education level:
 Bachelor’s degree
 
We’re looking for an embedded software engineer to design and deliver security-focused features for encrypted storage products, including implementation of modern cryptography and support for FIPS certification efforts. You will work closely with hardware engineering and external silicon/SSD partners to bring secure products to market.
 
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement robust, maintainable embedded C/C++ software aligned with industry best practices
  • Develop cryptography-enabled features supporting data confidentiality, integrity, and secure device behavior
  • Create and execute verification/validation test plans; support product qualification and release readiness
  • Partner with hardware engineering to bring up new boards, interpret datasheets/schematics, and debug HW/SW integration issues
  • Perform root-cause analysis and drive issues to resolution across firmware, hardware, and test domains
  • Participate in design reviews and code reviews; help define coding standards and secure development practices
  • Produce technical documentation (requirements, specifications, style guides, test evidence)
  • Support FIPS certification readiness activities and related documentation/evidence generation
  • Work with silicon and SSD vendors to translate product requirements into partner roadmaps
Qualifications
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field (or equivalent)
  • 3+ years professional experience with C/C++ (embedded preferred)
  • Working knowledge of software engineering best practices (code reviews, version control, coding standards)
  • Ability to develop firmware using industry standard IDE software packages
  • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Ability to read/interpret datasheets and schematics; experience debugging new board designs
  • Experience with microcontrollers/microprocessors and resource-constrained embedded systems
  • Familiarity with cryptographic algorithms and secure key-handling concepts
  • Experience with unit testing and/or test-driven development for embedded software
  • Familiarity with USB device development and/or USB protocol stacks
  • Experience supporting products in FIPS-regulated environments
  • Computer and Network Security
Employment Type
Full-time – On-Site Only