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Embedded Hardware Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Actalent

Embedded Engineer

Schaumburg, IL

$60 - $90/hr

You will work closely with real hardware targets, focusing on RTOS, embedded Linux, C++, and hardware-adjacent engineering to support cutting-edge government-related technology initiatives.

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Honeywell

Advanced Embedded Engineer

Lincolnshire, IL · On-site

$118K - $148K/yr

As an Advanced Embedded Engineer here at Honeywell, you will drive the design and development of ... seamlessly with hardware components, enabling smarter, safer, and more efficient industrial ...

DMC Engineering

Embedded Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$135K - $178K/yr

(Hybrid) Description Are you passionate about embedded systems, from initial ideas to hardware design to the final firmware? As an Embedded Engineer at DMC, you will use your embedded expertise and ...

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DMC Engineering

Embedded Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$135K - $178K/yr

(Hybrid) Description Are you passionate about embedded systems, from initial ideas to hardware design to the final firmware? As an Embedded Engineer at DMC, you will use your embedded expertise and ...

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DMC Engineering

Entry Level Embedded Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$83K - $95K/yr

(Hybrid) Description Are you passionate about embedded systems, from initial ideas to hardware design to final firmware? As an Embedded Engineer at DMC, you will use your embedded expertise and ...

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Infleqtion

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$127K - $167K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY Within Infleqtion's Computing Product Group (CPG), the Hardware Engineering Team is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own and deliver high‑performance embedded and ...

DMC Engineering

Entry Level Embedded Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$83K - $95K/yr

(Hybrid) Description Are you passionate about embedded systems, from initial ideas to hardware design to final firmware? As an Embedded Engineer at DMC, you will use your embedded expertise and ...

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Infleqtion

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Chicago, IL

$127K - $167K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY Within Infleqtion's Computing Product Group (CPG), the Hardware Engineering Team is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own and deliver highperformance embedded and ...

HP Tuners LLC

Staff Hardware Engineer

Buffalo Grove, IL

$140K - $170K/yr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop innovative full system embedded architecture for new ... fellow hardware engineers Develop detailed design specifications, schematics, and documentation ...

HP Tuners

Staff Hardware Engineer

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Develop innovative full system embedded architecture for ... to fellow hardware engineers • Develop detailed design specifications, schematics, and ...

ITW Avery Weigh-Tronix

Embedded Software Engineer

IL

$135K - $178K/yr

Objective of role: The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development ... The ideal candidate is comfortable working close to the hardware and can efficiently diagnose and ...

Winegard Company

Embedded Software Engineer

Elgin, IL · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Support testing, validation, and troubleshooting of embedded systems and hardware integrations ... Strong proficiency in C programming. * Experience with real-time embedded systems and device driver ...

Resideo

Sr Embedded Engineer

Aurora, IL · Hybrid

$99K - $135K/yr

Design and development of embedded firmware for sensor applications including sensor interfacing ... Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system requirements and specifications for sensor ...

Winegard Company

Embedded Software Engineer

Elgin, IL · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Support testing, validation, and troubleshooting of embedded systems and hardware integrations ... Strong proficiency in C programming. * Experience with real-time embedded systems and device driver ...

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How much do embedded hardware developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for embedded hardware developer in Chicago, IL is $133,967.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,500.00 and $161,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Embedded Hardware Developer vs Embedded Systems Engineer?

AspectEmbedded Hardware DeveloperEmbedded Systems Engineer
Primary FocusDesign and development of hardware components for embedded systemsDesign and integration of both hardware and software for embedded systems
Required SkillsHardware design, PCB layout, circuit analysisHardware knowledge plus software programming, RTOS, firmware
Work EnvironmentHardware labs, prototyping, testing hardwareMultidisciplinary teams, hardware and software integration
Common CertificationsASIC/FPGA design, PCB certificationEmbedded systems certifications, RTOS training

While both roles work closely in embedded systems development, Embedded Hardware Developers focus primarily on hardware design and testing, whereas Embedded Systems Engineers handle both hardware and software integration. The roles often overlap, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and expertise.

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Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Itasca, IL

$128K - $168K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Title: Embedded Firmware Engineer
Location: Seattle, WA
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: 150-220k
Must have Skill Set:

  • Must have Professional C programming experience (Required)
  • Must have Embedded firmware development experience
  • Must have Java experience (used for decoding compressed data and supporting software tools)
  • Experience debugging at the hardware/software interface
  • Ability to read hardware schematics and component datasheets
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Highly Preferred
  • Bare-metal embedded development experience
  • ARM microcontroller experience
  • GNU toolchains
  • Serial communication protocols (UART, SPI, I²C)
  • Embedded software testing and verification

Overview:

Join a small, highly collaborative engineering team developing fully autonomous robotic vehicles that operate in the world's oceans to support environmental and climate research. This is a unique opportunity to develop firmware for sophisticated autonomous systems where software reliability, efficiency, and precision are critical.
This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy working close to the hardware and solving challenging low-level programming problems rather than developing desktop or web applications.

Job Duties:

  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware in C
  • Develop software for ARM-based embedded controllers
  • Implement efficient data compression algorithms used by autonomous ocean robotics
  • Support Java-based software used to decode and process collected data
  • Integrate firmware with sensors, electronics, and embedded hardware
  • Debug complex hardware/software interactions
  • Develop unit tests and verification procedures
  • Collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers throughout the product lifecycle
Relocation Assistance Available
Please Note: Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates relocating within the U.S. This position is not eligible for candidates requiring current or future visa sponsorship or visa transfers.


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.