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Role: Embedded Engineer Location: Atlanta, GA Fulltime Required Minimum Qualifications Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field Familiar with software ...

Embedded Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$109.72K - $228.22K/yr

Overview BigBear.ai is seeking an Embedded Engineer to join and assist and meet mission needs for our government customer. At BigBear.ai, you'll work alongside some of the brightest minds in ...

Embedded Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$164.11K - $180.52K/yr

Position: Embedded Engineer eInfochips Inc. Embedded Engineer Design and develop real-time embedded software and firmware based application. Analyze domain-specific technical and low-level ...

Embedded Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$121.30K - $159.60K/yr

Embedded Engineer Location: Houston, TX (Need to be onsite at least once a week) Duration: 6 months CTH The main purpose of this position is to develop and sustain firmware for downhole embedded ...

Embedded Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$129.40K - $170.30K/yr

Overview BigBear.ai is seeking an Embedded Engineer to join and assist and meet mission needs for our government customer. At BigBear.ai, you'll work alongside some of the brightest minds in ...

Embedded Engineer

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$142.90K - $187.90K/yr

We are searching for an Embedded Engineer who is excited to work on our hardware product with a cloud-based back-end and help bring new ideas from prototype to production. In this role, you will be ...

Embedded Developer Location: San Bruno, CA Mode: TP Interview date: 11/02/2017( Saturday)at Sunnyvale, CA JD: Technical Solution Engineer to work with Client OEM Partners to help develop Consumer ...

Embedded Engineer Experience - 5-6 Years Location can be remote Rate: $60/hr JC: 1926186 Mandatory : * RDK-V platform experience or solid Embedded (Device) Exp * Good embedded knowledge * Apple ...

Shift Type Job Title Embedded Developer Level 1 Location Adaptic Headquarters - Annapolis, MD 21409 US Fort Meade, MD - Ft. George G. Meade, MD 20755 US (Primary) Offsite - MD US Category Software ...

Embedded Engineer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$132.70K - $174.60K/yr

As an Embedded Engineer at Droisys, you will be responsible for embedded/streaming software engineering, media player debugging, diagnosing streaming issues, writing unit tests, and contributing to ...

Embedded Test Engineer

Portage, MI · Hybrid

$45 - $53/hr

? Embedded Test Engineer (Linux / Yocto) Location: Portage, Michigan (Hybrid - 4 days onsite, flexible schedule) Pay: $45-$53/hr W2 Start Date: ASAP Contract: 18 Months Schedule: 40 hrs/week | Monday ...

Embedded Engineer

Philadelphia, PA

$132.70K - $174.60K/yr

Embedded Engineer Location: Philadelphia, PA * Embedded/streaming software engineering (AAMP/RDK, C++, GStreamer) * Media player debugging log analysis, pipeline state tracing, DRM/CDN issue ...

Embedded Engineer Location: Philadelphia, PA * Embedded/streaming software engineering (AAMP/RDK, C++, GStreamer) * Media player debugging -- log analysis, pipeline state tracing, DRM/CDN issue ...

Embedded Engineers

Vernon Hills, IL · On-site

$128.10K - $168.50K/yr

Need consultants to have worked on one of the below combinations (MUST) along with C++, Embedded Systems (QNX or Embedded Linux): - Need three Senior SW Engineers with embedded C++ experience ...

Embedded Engineer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$132.50K - $174.30K/yr

Embedded Engineer Location: Philadelphia, PA * Strong understanding of Yocto and Embedded Linux environments * Proven expertise in Python and shell scripting * Hands-on experience with scripting ...

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How much do embedded programmer jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for embedded programmer in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.92 and $35.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Embedded Programmer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Embedded Programmer, you need a solid background in computer science or electrical engineering, strong proficiency in C/C++ programming, and experience with microcontroller architectures. Familiarity with development tools like debuggers, oscilloscopes, version control systems (e.g., Git), and real-time operating systems (RTOS) is typically required. Problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills that set high performers apart. These skills and qualities ensure reliable, efficient code development and smooth collaboration within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

What are some common challenges faced by embedded programmers when integrating hardware and software components?

Embedded programmers often encounter challenges such as limited memory, processing power, and real-time constraints when integrating hardware and software. Debugging can be more complex due to the interaction between code and physical devices, requiring specialized tools like oscilloscopes or logic analyzers. Additionally, ensuring compatibility across various hardware platforms and managing low-level drivers can add to the complexity, making strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail essential in this role.

What are embedded programmers?

Embedded programmers are software developers who specialize in writing code for embedded systems—computers designed to perform dedicated functions within larger mechanical or electrical systems. These programmers typically work with hardware like microcontrollers, sensors, and other specialized devices, often using languages such as C or C++. Their work ensures that devices like medical equipment, automotive controls, consumer electronics, and industrial machines operate reliably and efficiently. Embedded programmers must have a strong understanding of both software development and hardware integration.
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Embedded Developer

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


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Company Description

Sonoma Consulting is one of the fastest growing national IT Consulting and Executive Search company in the United States, which was founded in 2011 by Mark McGee, the President and CEO. Sonoma Consulting has two business divisions - IT Consulting Services & Executive Search to serve its 150 national clients which range from entrepreneurial start-ups to Global Fortune 500.

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Position: Embedded Developer- Medical Device

Location: Alpharetta, GA

Duration: Direct Hire (Fulltime Permanent)

Come join a fast growing billion dollar medical device and products company that provides innovative products entero-medical and pain devices! Position located in.

As a Medical Device Engineer you will be working with cross-functional teams to drive and grow technical capabilities of the R&D organization. This is a hands-on medical device software engineer with strong skills creation and building of flawless code.

Implement software designs for isolation of critical path or safety critical design elements

Review complex software design concepts prior to implementation

Participate in the integration of software implementations with system interfaces

Approve supporting documentation in order to secure project release

Anticipate project challenges and risk scenarios

Identify and execute proactive mitigation strategies to ensure optimal results

Support project management, including software development, scope, and release planning

Participate in the execution, documentation, review, and approval of all processes in SDLC

Qualifications & Skills:

B.S. in Software Engineering, BioMed, Computer & Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field

7-9+ years' experience required within FDA regulated medical device industry

Proven software engineering disciplines with working knowledge of cGMPs and applicable industry standards

Thorough understanding of the SDLC

Experience integrating software and hardware in an embedded context

Experience reviewing, porting, and integrating third-party code, and using application frameworks

Intensive experience in micro-controller programming, preferably using 8051 & AVR RISC architectures

Familiarity with standard OS features (e.g. threading and concurrency, memory management, device drivers, I/O, etc.

Strong C/C++ programming skills

Working experience with embedded RTOS preferred

Intensive familiarity with QNX or UNIX/Linux preferred

Experience in GUI application design

Experience in algorithm development, mathematical transformations, and protocol formulation preferred

Design Control, Risk Analysis, Change Control, and problem solving (CAPA)

Experience presenting concepts for different levels of organization fr executives to software developers

Proven track record of software development effectiveness; leadership preferred

Qualifications

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Skills: Embedded, C/C++, RTOS, FDA, Medical Device

Title: Embedded Developer / Embedded Engineer / Sr. Embedded Developer / Sr. Embedded Engineer / Embedded C++ Developer / Embedded C++ Engineer / Embedded C++ Programmer 

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Sonoma Consult is a California based C corporation helping companies bring products to the patient by working closely with the engineering teams and the clinicians. Our goal, no matter what stage of product development, is to create and execute a plan of action to move the product through the appropriate clinical and regulatory steps. Sonoma Consult works cohesively with the engineers and physicians to translate technologies to the clinic. Our goal is to help you get the very best product to the clinic and to the market. This includes planning, execution and ensuring critical data is delivered in the right format to ensure the feedback loop to the design team ultimately delivers the most advanced technology to the patient.

Industry

Business management consulting

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Sonoma, CA, US