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CesiumAstro

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Review code and system designs. * Analyze code for efficiency, stability and scalability ... in software development. * Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting of embedded ...

CesiumAstro

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Review code and system designs. * Analyze code for efficiency, stability and scalability ... in software development. * Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting of embedded ...

Lancer Worldwide

Engineer 1, Embedded Software

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$118K - $156K/yr

Summary The Engineer 1, Embedded Software supports the design, development, and testing of embedded ... Conduct preliminary analysis, simulations, and testing to validate designs. Collaborate with cross ...

General Motors

Embedded Software Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

As an Embedded Software Engineer on the Universal Flash Orchestrator Team, you will develop the ... Experience in designing and implementing scalable and maintainable software architectures.

Protingent

Embedded Software Engineer

Round Rock, TX · On-site

$60 - $90/hr

Software Engineer (Embedded Systems) Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting ... Participating in planning, designing, testing, and deployment of moderately complex, engineered ...

Lancer Worldwide

Engineer 2, Embedded Software

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$118K - $156K/yr

Summary The Engineer 2, Embedded Software supports the design, development, and testing of embedded ... Conduct preliminary analysis, simulations, and testing to validate designs. Collaborate with cross ...

Allen Control Systems

Embedded Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Hands-on experience designing and deploying software for robotics applications, with a focus on ... Embedded Linux Experience: Familiarity with embedded Linux and RTOS environments, as well as ...

Allen Control Systems

Embedded Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Hands-on experience designing and deploying software for robotics applications, with a focus on ... Embedded Linux Experience: Familiarity with embedded Linux and RTOS environments, as well as ...

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What is the difference between Embedded Software Designer vs Firmware Engineer?

AspectEmbedded Software DesignerFirmware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fieldsBachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields
Work EnvironmentEmbedded systems development, often in hardware labs or software teamsFirmware development for microcontrollers, often in hardware or software teams
Industry UsageConsumer electronics, automotive, medical devices, industrial automationConsumer electronics, IoT devices, automotive, aerospace

Embedded Software Designers focus on creating software that runs on embedded systems, often working closely with hardware. Firmware Engineers develop low-level code that directly interacts with hardware components. While both roles require similar skills and credentials, Embedded Software Designers typically work on higher-level embedded applications, whereas Firmware Engineers focus on low-level firmware development.

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Infographic showing various Embedded Software Designer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution.

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Austin, TX • On-site

CesiumAstro
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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$130K - $171K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Embedded Software Engineer to join our software team.
In this position, you will be the organization's technical authority for embedded software engineering, responsible for defining embedded software architectures, advancing engineering methodologies, and solving the organization's most complex software and hardware integration challenges. This role shapes the technical direction of multiple products and programs while driving the development of next-generation embedded software technologies.
Working cross-functionally with software, electrical, systems, hardware, quality, and test engineering teams, this role advises leadership, customers, and engineering organizations while advancing technical excellence and organizational capability.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design and implement software for embedded devices and systems, from requirements to production and commercial deployment.
  • Design, develop, code, test, debug and document system software.
  • Review code and system designs.
  • Analyze code for efficiency, stability and scalability.
  • Integrate and validate new product designs.
  • Support software quality assurance and optimize I/O performance.
  • Provide post-production/in-orbit customer support.
  • Interface with hardware design and development engineers.
  • Assess third party and open source software.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
  • Minimum of 8 years of industry experience in software development.
  • Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting of embedded hardware. API design for interfacing with FPGAs.
  • Extensive programming experience in C and an object oriented programming language, preferably C++.
  • Experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems (experience with real-time Linux is desirable).
  • Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review.
  • Excellent knowledge of real-time system coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems.
  • Excellent understanding of multi-threaded applications and resource management.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • Experience with products for aerospace applications.
  • Adequate knowledge of reading electronics schematics and component data sheets.
  • Experience with ARM processors and fully-featured microcontrollers.
  • Experience in design and development of a Software Development Kit (SDK).

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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