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React Health

Embedded Software Engineer

Bothell, WA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Embedded Software Engineer FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full time LOCATION: Bothell, WA React Health is a ... Designing, developing, coding, testing and debugging system software. Analyzing and enhancing ...

Sbdinc

Director, Embedded Software

Towson, MD · On-site

$126K - $165.70K/yr

Director, Embedded Software Come make the world and accelerate your success. It takes great people ... Based Systems Engineering, Automated Testing (CI/CD), and the integration of AI tools in New ...

Silvus Technologies

Embedded Software Engineer

Irvine, CA

$141.20K - $185.70K/yr

... Director for Irvine with dotted-line reporting to the Director of Software Engineering . The ... This is an opportunity to work on all aspects of the system including device drivers, networking ...

Silvus Technologies

Embedded Software Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$141.70K - $186.40K/yr

... Director of Software Engineering on our Software Engineering team. The successful individual in ... This is an opportunity to work on all aspects of the system including device drivers, networking ...

Motorola

Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Irvine, CA

$180K - $250K/yr

... Director for our Irvine office. The successful individual in this role will participate in the ... This is an opportunity to work on all aspects of the system including device drivers, networking ...

Watchfire

Software Engineer (Embedded Systems)

Danville, IL · On-site

$126.70K - $166.70K/yr

The candidate should be self-directed and have experience and knowledge of software design, coding ... Help create and review system and software requirements. * Help foster good software engineering ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for director embedded system software engineer in the United States is $137,274.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $163,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Embedded System Software Engineer vs Embedded System Software Engineer?

AspectDirector Embedded System Software EngineerEmbedded System Software Engineer
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple projects, manages teams, sets strategic goalsDevelops and maintains embedded software, implements features
Required CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in CS or EE, extensive experience, leadership skillsBachelor's in CS or EE, programming skills, embedded systems knowledge
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles in R&D or product development teamsHands-on coding in embedded hardware environments
Industry UsageUsed in companies with complex embedded products, leadership positionsUsed in product development, firmware design, hardware integration

The main difference is that the Director Embedded System Software Engineer focuses on leadership, strategy, and team management, while the Embedded System Software Engineer concentrates on hands-on software development and implementation within embedded systems.

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Silvus Technologies

Los Angeles, CA • Hybrid

$133.60K - $175.10K/yr

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Posted 24 days ago

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is recruiting a Senior Embedded Software Engineer reporting to the Director of Software Engineering on the Software Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will participate in the development of Silvus' MANET radios and advanced research projects.  This is an opportunity to work on all aspects of the system including device drivers, networking functions and services, encryption, and security features.

This Senior Embedded Software Engineer position is based at Silvus Technologies' headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule; a minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion. 

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Implementation of software portion of MAC (Medium Access Control) and mobile ad-hoc networking routing protocols.
  • Network management software and web interface implementation.
  • Implementation of different security protocols and encryption algorithms.
  • Audio streaming and push to talk voice application implementation.
  • Analyze and improve product security and robustness to meet certain regulatory requirements such as NIST FIPS 140-3 and NIAP Common Criteria.
  • Implementation of testing software for product performance and reliability testing.
  • Device driver and board support package development and maintenance for both ARM and RISC-V based systems.
  • Linux system customization and scripting.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant embedded system software development experience.
  • Expertise in C programming and experience in Linux kernel driver development.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
  • All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Knowledge and experience of different security protocols and encryption algorithms such as the CNSA (Commercial National Security Algorithm) suite.
  • Experience with socket programming and various Internet/Ethernet protocols.
  • Understanding of MAC and Networking layer of a communication system.
  • Experience in AMD UltraScale+, MPSoC, Microchip Polarfire SoC, or BSP (Board Support Package) development.
  • Strong working understanding of Internet Protocol Security (IPsec).
  • Linux Interrupt Service Routine development.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Office environment.
  • Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
    • Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.
    • Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
    • Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.
    • Walking/Moving in the labs.

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