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Align Technology, Inc.

Embedded Software Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$154K - $202K/yr

Experience with embedded security principles, secure boot, authentication, encryption, and cybersecurity best practices. Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex hardware-software integration ...

Humble Robotics

Senior Embedded Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$146K - $191K/yr

Experience with embedded security and/or automotive security * MISRA C/C++ compliance and static analysis tooling * Python for test automation and scripting * Familiarity with HARA, FMEA, and safety ...

Humble Robotics

Senior Embedded Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$146K - $191K/yr

Experience with embedded security and/or automotive security * MISRA C/C++ compliance and static analysis tooling * Python for test automation and scripting * Familiarity with HARA, FMEA, and safety ...

Skydio, Inc

Software Engineer - Embedded

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$127K - $210K/yr

Embedded security and cryptographic firmware development Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of ...

Humble Robotics

Senior Embedded Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$146K - $191K/yr

Experience with embedded security and/or automotive security * MISRA C/C++ compliance and static analysis tooling * Python for test automation and scripting * Familiarity with HARA, FMEA, and safety ...

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How much do embedded security jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for embedded security in California is $151,375.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,800.00 and $170,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an embedded security?

An Embedded Security job focuses on protecting embedded systems, such as IoT devices, medical equipment, or automotive control units, from cyber threats. Professionals in this role design secure firmware, implement cryptographic protocols, conduct vulnerability assessments, and ensure compliance with security standards. They work closely with hardware and software teams to integrate security features while maintaining performance and reliability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in embedded security?

To thrive in Embedded Security, you need a strong background in embedded systems engineering, knowledge of cryptography, and expertise in securing hardware and firmware, often supported by a degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science. Familiarity with security tools like static code analyzers, secure boot processes, and protocols such as TLS/SSL is common, along with certifications like CISSP or CEH. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and strong collaboration skills help set professionals apart. These abilities are crucial for identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in embedded devices, ensuring robust protection in increasingly connected and critical environments.

What are some typical challenges encountered in an embedded security role?

Professionals in Embedded Security frequently face the challenge of balancing robust security measures with the resource limitations of embedded devices, such as limited processing power and memory. They may also need to address legacy system integrations, evolving threat landscapes, and compliance with industry-specific security standards. Collaboration with hardware engineers, firmware developers, and product managers is common to ensure security is integrated throughout the development lifecycle. By staying current with emerging vulnerabilities and designing proactive solutions, Embedded Security specialists play a key role in protecting products and end users.

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Infographic showing various Embedded Security job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,375 per year, or $72.8 per hour.

Embedded Software Engineer, Anti-Tamper Software

Front Door Defense

Costa Mesa, CA • On-site

$166 - $292/hr

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Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer, Anti-Tamper Develop and verify tamper-resistant embedded software for security-critical defense systems

Location: Costa Mesa, CaliforniaCalifornia

Compensation: $166,000 - 292,000 USD / year

About The Role Embedded Software Engineer, Anti-Tamper

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About The Team

At Anduril we are developing cutting-edge artificial intelligence systems, command and control platforms, and autonomous systems across air, land, maritime, and space domains. We are looking for Embedded Software Anti-Tamper Engineers to drive a mission-focused, threat-informed approach to Program Protection Engineering for the next generation of Anduril's embedded and autonomous systems. In order to be successful at Anduril, an Embedded Software Anti-Tamper Engineer must be fluent in secure design and implementation, with a hands-on, contribution-focused mindset. This role will work side-by-side with Systems Security and Product Software Engineers to actualize program protection requirements into tamper-resistant embedded systems across the Anduril portfolio.

What You'll Do
  • Develop software and firmware for security-sensitive systems on embedded platforms.
  • Implement boot and run-time Anti-Tamper functionality.
  • Apply cryptographic mechanisms for authentication, encryption, integrity, and key handling.
  • Support board bring-up, hardware-software integration, and low-level debugging across boot, initialization, peripheral interfaces, and device communication.
  • Work with Hardware, FPGA, Systems, and Security engineers to integrate trusted platform features across SoCs, FPGA-based devices, and related components.
  • Design, document, implement, and validate security-critical features.
Required Qualifications
  • Experience with safety and security-critical embedded software and/or firmware engineering.
  • Understanding and application of cryptography.
  • Experience working with embedded platforms that may include SoCs, FPGAs, and hardware security-relevant components.
  • Experience in one or more of the following languages: C/C++, Rust.
  • Current U.S. Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems.
  • Experience with Nix and NixOS.
  • Experience with Industry-standard embedded software toolchains.
  • Experience with Linux as a development environment.
  • Embedded security and Anti-Tamper architecture, design and implementation.
  • Experience reviewing chain of trust systems, key lifecycle management designs, isolation architectures, or tamper resistant platform designs.
  • Experience in defense, aerospace, robotics, autonomous systems, industrial control, or other mission-critical embedded environments.

US Salary Range

$166,000 - $292,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.

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To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.

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