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Contract Automotive Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in California

CSG

Embedded Software Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$161K - $211K/yr

Embedded Systems Software Engineer Location : San Francisco Bay Area, CA Employment: Full-time, onsite Position Overview A growing technology company is hiring an Embedded Systems Software Engineer ...

Packetcraft Inc

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 ...

Chipton Ross

Embedded Software Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$75/hr

Job #216547 Chipton-Ross is seeking a Embedded Software Engineer for a contract opportunity in Sunnyvale, CA. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE) * Experience with programming languages ...

CSG

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$175K - $270K/yr

Staff Embedded Software Engineer - Linux and Hardware Systems Location: Greater Los Angeles Area, California (Hybrid) Position overview Our client is an engineering-led technology company developing ...

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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:
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Embedded Software Engineer

Texas State Library and Archives Commision

San Diego, CA • On-site

$141K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop embedded software for space-based systems, including computer boards. This is a hands-on, on-site position focused on real-time, high-reliability applications.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, document, and test embedded software for aerospace products.
  • Develop and debug bootloaders, BSPs, kernels, and device drivers for VxWorks 6.9/7.0, Embedded Linux, RTEMS, and bare-metal environments.
  • Write code in C/C++ and assembly for embedded systems; develop Python-based desktop GUI tools (e.g., pyvisa, nidaqmx) for automated test equipment.
  • Support system verification, debugging, and manufacturing with test programs, plans, and technical expertise.
  • Participate in technical customer discussions and cross-discipline design reviews.
  • Contribute to software architecture, planning, risk management, and process improvement across projects.

Qualifications
  • 5-15 years of experience in embedded software development.
  • Proficiency in C/C++, Python, BSP, kernel, and driver development.
  • Strong experience with VxWorks, Embedded Linux, and/or bare-metal systems.
  • Familiar with Buildroot/Yocto, NAND Flash file systems, and low-level hardware debugging using lab tools and in-circuit emulators.
  • BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (MS preferred).
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork skills.

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