Proficiency with bare metal or RTOS environments * Knowledge of cybersecurity principals for embedded systems * Software development for FDA Class III implantable medical devices * Object oriented ...
Proficiency with bare metal or RTOS environments * Knowledge of cybersecurity principals for embedded systems * Software development for FDA Class III implantable medical devices * Object oriented ...
Embedded SW Engineer
Portland, OR ยท On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
Platform Enablement Support integration of Linux-based operating systems on bare metal. Ensure ... embedded systems debugging, and low-level programming. 5-Familiarity with hardware bring-up using ...
Embedded SW Engineer
Portland, OR ยท On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
Platform Enablement Support integration of Linux-based operating systems on bare metal. Ensure ... embedded systems debugging, and low-level programming. 5-Familiarity with hardware bring-up using ...
Embedded SW Engineer - Portland, OR
Portland, OR ยท On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
Platform Enablement Support integration of Linux-based operating systems on bare metal. Ensure ... embedded systems debugging, and low-level programming. 5-Familiarity with hardware bring-up using ...
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Embedded SW Engineer - Portland, OR
Portland, OR ยท On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
Platform Enablement Support integration of Linux-based operating systems on bare metal. Ensure ... embedded systems debugging, and low-level programming. 5-Familiarity with hardware bring-up using ...
Senior Software Engineer
OR ยท Remote
$122K - $161K/yr
Five9 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to rapidly modernize our internal platform tooling and ... We build and manage our own bare-metal and virtualized data center footprint. Do not apply if your ...
Senior Software Engineer
OR ยท Remote
$122K - $161K/yr
Five9 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to rapidly modernize our internal platform tooling and ... We build and manage our own bare-metal and virtualized data center footprint. Do not apply if your ...
OR ยท On-site
$122K - $161K/yr
As a Senior Staff Software Engineer on our Self-Hosted team, you will own the architecture of ... bare metal, delivered as an appliance/OVA) - and implement improvements to existing architecture.
OR ยท On-site
$122K - $161K/yr
As a Senior Staff Software Engineer on our Self-Hosted team, you will own the architecture of ... bare metal, delivered as an appliance/OVA) - and implement improvements to existing architecture.
Embedded & Firmware Development: Solid understanding of the hardware/software boundary, including bare-metal development, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and device driver implementation.
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Embedded & Firmware Development: Solid understanding of the hardware/software boundary, including bare-metal development, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and device driver implementation.
Tech Lead, Embedded Platform
OR ยท On-site +1
We make the hardware and the software that runs on it, so a change you make to the firmware ships ... Bare silicon arrives, and someone has to make it boot, talk to the network, manage its heat, and ...
Tech Lead, Embedded Platform
OR ยท On-site +1
We make the hardware and the software that runs on it, so a change you make to the firmware ships ... Bare silicon arrives, and someone has to make it boot, talk to the network, manage its heat, and ...
Sr. Software Architect - Development Platform
Beaverton, OR ยท On-site
$133K - $223K/yr
... in both bare metal and Cloud environments. * 10+ years' experience with systems architecture ... software catalog, developer portal, and plugin architecture. * Proficient in designing and ...
Sr. Software Architect - Development Platform
Beaverton, OR ยท On-site
$133K - $223K/yr
... in both bare metal and Cloud environments. * 10+ years' experience with systems architecture ... software catalog, developer portal, and plugin architecture. * Proficient in designing and ...
$170K - $250K/yr
APB/AHB/AXI). * Familiarity with embedded processor-based designs and firmware/bare metal coding (ex: C, C++). Nice to Have * Experience with developing and integrating reference models.
$190K - $285K/yr
Experience with embedded processor-based designs and firmware/bare metal coding (ex: C, C++). * Understanding of many industry-standard interfaces (ex: APB/AHB/AXI). * Involvement in post-silicon ...
Mechatronics Engineer 2
Tualatin, OR ยท On-site
Embedded firmware experience (RTOS, bare metal) a plus but not required. Preferred qualifications A demonstrated passion for Mechatronics in the form of robotics, industrial automation, and/or ...
Mechatronics Engineer 2
Tualatin, OR ยท On-site
Embedded firmware experience (RTOS, bare metal) a plus but not required. Preferred qualifications A demonstrated passion for Mechatronics in the form of robotics, industrial automation, and/or ...
$108K - $147K/yr
Design, implement, and operate large-scale Software Defined Storage architectures across private ... Build and operate multi-tenant Kubernetes clusters on bare metal using SDS-backed storage.
Principal Developer Tools Engineer
Portland, OR ยท On-site
$182K - $273K/yr
Solid understanding of configuration management and software version management. * Experience with bare metal system setup and management is a plus. * Knowledge of firmware and debugger concepts is a ...
Principal Developer Tools Engineer
Portland, OR ยท On-site
$182K - $273K/yr
Solid understanding of configuration management and software version management. * Experience with bare metal system setup and management is a plus. * Knowledge of firmware and debugger concepts is a ...
Principal Systems Engineer
Hillsboro, OR ยท Hybrid
And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a ... Bare Metal Compute * Load Balancers * Block Volumes * Object Storage * Identity & Access Management ...
Principal Systems Engineer
Hillsboro, OR ยท Hybrid
And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a ... Bare Metal Compute * Load Balancers * Block Volumes * Object Storage * Identity & Access Management ...
Principal Systems Engineer
Hillsboro, OR ยท Hybrid
And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a ... Bare Metal Compute * Load Balancers * Block Volumes * Object Storage * Identity & Access Management ...
Principal Systems Engineer
Hillsboro, OR ยท Hybrid
And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a ... Bare Metal Compute * Load Balancers * Block Volumes * Object Storage * Identity & Access Management ...
Principal Systems Engineer
Hillsboro, OR ยท Hybrid
And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a ... Bare Metal Compute * Load Balancers * Block Volumes * Object Storage * Identity & Access Management ...
Principal Systems Engineer
Hillsboro, OR ยท Hybrid
And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a ... Bare Metal Compute * Load Balancers * Block Volumes * Object Storage * Identity & Access Management ...
Experienced Engineering Leader: 5+ years of professional software engineering, with proven ... bare-metal GPU clusters (H100/A100), and high-throughput distributed storage. * People Leadership:
Building Systems Inspector
Portland, OR ยท On-site
... embedded utilities to ensure full compliance with project documents, codes, and specifications ... Wood and metal framing systems * Building envelope systems (waterproofing, cladding, roofing ...
Building Systems Inspector
Portland, OR ยท On-site
... embedded utilities to ensure full compliance with project documents, codes, and specifications ... Wood and metal framing systems * Building envelope systems (waterproofing, cladding, roofing ...
... embedded utilities to ensure full compliance with project documents, codes, and specifications ... Wood and metal framing systems * Building envelope systems (waterproofing, cladding, roofing ...
... embedded utilities to ensure full compliance with project documents, codes, and specifications ... Wood and metal framing systems * Building envelope systems (waterproofing, cladding, roofing ...
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
OR ยท Remote
$90K - $124K/yr
Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system ... embedded throughout every phase-from supplier components and manufacturing processes through ...
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
OR ยท Remote
$90K - $124K/yr
Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system ... embedded throughout every phase-from supplier components and manufacturing processes through ...
Embedded Software Bare Metal information
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How much do embedded software bare metal jobs pay per year?
What is an embedded software bare metal?
An Embedded Software Bare Metal job involves developing firmware for microcontrollers or processors without an operating system (OS). Engineers write low-level code to directly control hardware peripherals using languages like C or assembly. This role requires knowledge of memory management, real-time constraints, and debugging techniques. It is commonly used in applications such as automotive systems, industrial automation, and IoT devices where efficiency and deterministic behavior are critical.
What are common challenges faced when developing bare metal embedded software?
Bare metal embedded software engineers often encounter challenges such as limited memory and processing resources, real-time timing constraints, and troubleshooting hardware-software interactions without the safety net of an operating system. Debugging can be particularly complex, as it often relies on low-level tools and a deep understanding of both the code and the hardware. Close collaboration with hardware engineers is usually required to diagnose and resolve issues. Developing for a bare metal environment demands careful planning, proactive testing, and a precise approach to resource management to ensure stability and reliability of the final product.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the embedded software bare metal position, and why are they important?
To thrive as an Embedded Software Bare Metal engineer, you need a strong background in low-level programming languages such as C/C++, thorough understanding of microcontroller architectures, and experience with hardware interfacing. Familiarity with tools like debuggers, oscilloscopes, version control systems, and protocols such as SPI, I2C, or UART is typical, and certifications in embedded systems or electronics are valuable assets. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you collaborate effectively with hardware and engineering teams. These competencies ensure reliable, efficient code that operates directly on hardware, supporting mission-critical device functionality.

Full-time
Posted 9 days ago
Job description
Please join us as:
Implant Software Staff Engineer
The Implant Software Staff Engineer designs and develops embedded real-time software for innovative cardiac implantable medical devices operating under extreme power, memory and performance constraints. This role applies deep technical expertise across the software lifecycle within a highly regulated environment, requiring disciplined engineering practices and strong written communication. The position demands broad and advanced software development experience and may include technical leadership, design ownership, and cross-functional leadership.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Participate in all phases of the software development process, including requirements definition, analysis and design, implementation and debugging, peer reviews, unit testing, developer verification, and development of accurate personal schedules within the broader team schedule.
- Help determine technical approaches to assignments, using best practices.
- Generate and maintain software documentation required for the project according to the Company's policies and procedures.
- Collaborates cross-functionally with ASIC, external device software, systems engineering and clinical teams.
- Owns key embedded software components and interface with external applications.
- Contribute to completion of project milestones.
- Solve diverse and complex problems within the context of existing architecture.
- Follow process and foster a culture of continuous process improvement.
- May serve as project lead on small-scale projects.
- May provide technical mentoring and coaching to lower-level software engineers.
- Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the manager.
Your Profile
Education / Experience Requirements
- Understanding of 8-bit microprocessor/microcontroller architecture and demonstrated ability to design, implement and debug code in that environment.
- Strong experience in C and assembly.
- Experience working with configuration management and defect tracking tools.
- BS/MS Degree in engineering in the field of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum 8 years graduate-level coursework and/or experience in embedded software development.
- At least 1 year experience in medical device or similarly regulated industry.
- Demonstrable success in driving one or more strategic features to completion.
Additional Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Software development for very low power, low memory applications
- Proficiency with bare metal or RTOS environments
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principals for embedded systems
- Software development for FDA Class III implantable medical devices
- Object oriented design concepts
- Strong team skills
Travel Requirements
Must be able to travel internationally and domestically, less than 5% of the time.
Work Environment
Engineer work environment: If onsite, this role is based in a temperature controlled professional office setting, which may include an office or cubicle with quiet to moderate noise level. If remote, the work environment is the employee's residence. Work may need to be completed on campus in a lab. The noise level in the lab is quiet to moderate.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described within this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile.
- The employee is also required to interact with a computer for extended periods of time and communicate with co-workers.
- Must be able to work a minimum of 40 hours / week.
Location: Lake Oswego(0001)
Working hours: Full-time
MSEI Lake Oswego Oregon (US-OR) USA
Job ID: 62275
Micro Systems Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, the company prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, uniformed service or any other consideration protected by federal state and local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee.