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PROLIM Global Corporation

Embedded Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$126K - $166K/yr

Embedded Engineer Location - Atlanta, Georgia 7 to 10 years * 7+ years relevant experience with C, C++ * 7+ years experience as Embedded Engineer * Embedded Software Development: Design, develop, and ...

PROLIM Global Corporation

Embedded Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$141K - $185K/yr

Embedded Engineer Location - Atlanta, Georgia Experience : 7 to 10 years * 7+ years relevant experience with C, C++ * 7+ years experience as Embedded Engineer * Embedded Software Development: Design ...

Bigbear.ai

Embedded Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$140K - $228K/yr

BigBear.ai is seeking a skilled Embedded Engineer to join our mission-driven team supporting critical government programs. At BigBear.ai, you'll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in ...

Bigbear.ai

Embedded Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$114K - $228K/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 ...

Actalent

Embedded Software Engineer

Greenville, WI

$57 - $81/hr

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer This role focuses on the design and development of embedded Linux software for connected vehicle systems, including telematics, edge computing, remote ...

DMC Engineering

Embedded Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$135K - $178K/yr

As an Embedded Engineer at DMC, you will use your embedded expertise and engineering fundamentals to develop solutions for custom embedded projects. This role offers a mix of independent work and ...

DMC Engineering

Embedded Engineer

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$135K - $178K/yr

As an Embedded Engineer at DMC, you will use your embedded expertise and engineering fundamentals to develop solutions for custom embedded projects. This role offers a mix of independent work and ...

krg technology inc

Embedded Developer

San Bruno, CA · On-site

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 ...

DMC Engineering

Embedded Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$135K - $178K/yr

As an Embedded Engineer at DMC, you will use your embedded expertise and engineering fundamentals to develop solutions for custom embedded projects. This role offers a mix of independent work and ...

Bigbear.ai

Embedded Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$114K/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 ...

BigBear.ai

Embedded Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$129K - $170K/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 ...

Bigbear.ai

Embedded Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$140K/yr

BigBear.ai is seeking a skilled Embedded Engineer to join our mission-driven team supporting critical government programs. At BigBear.ai, you'll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in ...

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As of Aug 21, 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 is an embedded programmer?

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.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an embedded programmer?

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 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.
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Embedded Developer

Sonoma Consulting Inc.

Alpharetta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 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.

Job Description

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

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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

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