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Project Canary

Embedded Software Engineer

Hayward, CA

$170K - $190K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Embedded Software Engineer will be working with the Engineering team at Aeris Technologies, based out of our office in Hayward, CA. They will focus on writing firmware for embedded systems in the ...

Tau

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$170K - $210K/yr

About The Role Tau Motors seeks a highly skilled and experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. You will drive the development of Tau's cutting-edge software-enabled platforms ...

Tau

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$151K - $199K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

About The Role Tau Motors seeks a highly skilled and experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. You will drive the development of Tau's cutting-edge software-enabled platforms ...

Brilent

Software Engineer Intern

San Mateo, CA · On-site

As a software engineering intern, you will work alongside our small team of engineers to create new features and provide a world-class user experience for our customers. Responsibilities

Abbott

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Alameda, CA · On-site

$130K - $261K/yr

The Staff Embedded Software Engineer located in Alameda or Milpitas, California leads the development, verification, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to FDA-compliant design control procedures.

Abbott

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Alameda, CA · On-site

$130K - $261K/yr

The Staff Embedded Software Engineer located in Alameda or Milpitas, California leads the development, verification, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to FDA-compliant design control procedures.

Abbott

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Alameda, CA · On-site

$130K - $261K/yr

The Staff Embedded Software Engineer located in Alameda or Milpitas, California leads the development, verification, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to FDA-compliant design control procedures.

unspun™

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$154K - $216K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Embedded Software Engineer at unspun We are looking for a hands-on, execution-driven Senior Embedded Software Engineer to ship and sustain production-quality embedded and edge software for our ...

unspun™

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Emeryville, CA · On-site +1

$170K - $210K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Embedded Software Engineer at unspun We are looking for a hands-on, execution-driven Senior Embedded Software Engineer to ship and sustain production-quality embedded and edge software for our ...

Saildrone

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Alameda, CA · On-site

$215K - $260K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

THE POSITION Saildrone is seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to join our Firmware team. Reporting to the Director of Firmware Engineering, you'll be leading the definition, design, and ...

Abbott

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Alameda, CA · On-site

$114K - $228K/yr

Work with embedded software and electrical engineers to build infrastructure-as-code solutions for automated, on-target testing of medical devices. * Collaborate with cross functional engineering ...

Abbott

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Alameda, CA

$114K - $228K/yr

Work with embedded software and electrical engineers to build infrastructure-as-code solutions for automated, on-target testing of medical devices. * Collaborate with cross functional engineering ...

Abbott

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Alameda, CA · On-site

$114K - $228K/yr

Work with embedded software and electrical engineers to build infrastructure-as-code solutions for automated, on-target testing of medical devices. * Collaborate with cross functional engineering ...

KASTLE

Software Engineer - Intern

San Francisco, CA

About the Role We're looking for a Software Engineer Intern who is excited to build products that are used by millions of users every month. As an intern, you won't spend your summer fixing minor ...

Rylo

Embedded Software Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$154K - $203K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

You'll work with and learn from a highly cross-functional engineering team. Spanning software across the full stack: embedded systems, backend, frontend, iOS, Android, and desktop. * Just a year and ...

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How much do embedded software engineer intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for embedded software engineer intern in Berkeley, CA is $31.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.29 and $35.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an embedded software engineer intern do?

An Embedded Software Engineer Intern assists in designing, developing, and testing software that runs on hardware devices such as microcontrollers, sensors, and other embedded systems. Their work often involves programming in languages like C or C++, debugging code, and collaborating with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration. Interns may also help with documentation, code reviews, and troubleshooting issues that arise in embedded applications.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an embedded software engineer intern?

To thrive as an Embedded Software Engineer Intern, you need a solid understanding of C/C++ programming, basic knowledge of embedded systems, and progress toward a relevant degree such as Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. Familiarity with microcontroller architectures, debugging tools (such as JTAG/ICE), and version control systems like Git is typically expected. Strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and effective teamwork distinguish top candidates in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for developing reliable embedded solutions and collaborating efficiently within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

What types of projects and technologies can an embedded software engineer intern expect to work on?

As an Embedded Software Engineer Intern, you will typically work on projects involving the design, coding, and testing of software that runs on microcontrollers or embedded systems. You may assist in developing firmware for hardware devices, debugging real-time systems, and collaborating closely with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware. Expect to gain hands-on experience with programming languages like C or C++, and tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and version control systems. These projects not only build your technical skills but also provide insight into the end-to-end product development cycle.

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Infographic showing various Embedded Software Engineer Intern job openings in Berkeley, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,732 per year, or $31.1 per hour.

Embedded Software Engineer

Project Canary

Hayward, CA

$170K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Aeris Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Project Canary, develops and commercializes advanced, laser-based gas analyzers for trace gas monitoring across environmental, industrial, laboratory, and field applications. Aeris instruments deliver high-precision, real-time measurements of greenhouse gases, atmospheric pollutants, and natural gas leak indicators, helping customers collect reliable data in fixed, mobile, handheld, and aerial configurations.
As part of Project Canary, Aeris supports a broader climate technology platform that helps energy companies improve and report on their emissions footprint. Project Canary combines high-fidelity sensors, data from multiple technologies and sources, and proprietary analytics to deliver actionable insights that help operators stop leaks faster, reduce risk, streamline reporting, and differentiate their operations for key stakeholders.
Aeris's technology brings lab-grade gas sensing performance into the field, supporting applications in environmental monitoring, industrial safety, air quality, research, and emissions measurement. 
The Embedded Software Engineer will be working with the Engineering team at Aeris Technologies, based out of our office in Hayward, CA. They will focus on writing firmware for embedded systems in the electronics of Laser Spectroscopy Sensors. This role will require reading datasheets and schematics to develop communication platforms for new and existing sensors, new board bring up, and various other firmware and embedded systems related tasks.
  • Firmware design and development of microcontroller-based IOT devices 
  • Help create, maintain, and adhere to company coding standards 
  • Maintain Revision Control 
  • Using AI helpers to improve productivity 
  • Create and maintain design and user documentation 
  • Perform system failure analysis and test on firmware related issues 
  • Support electrical bring-up and debug of prototype hardware 
  • Support manufacturing in automation of configuration and testing 
  • Contribute to continuous process improvements 
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field 
  • 5+ years of embedded firmware development experience, with focus on computing systems and algorithms 
  • Experience with Linux operating system, C++, and RUST programing 
  • Experience with multiple serial protocols (e.g. UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, USB) 
  • Strong understanding of OOP concepts 
  • Experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and protocol decoders 
  • Working knowledge of Python 
  • Familiar with IoT devices using wifi/cellular connectivity for communications 
  • Experience using CI/CD workflows 
  • Experience in using major cloud providers for data storage 
  • Startup experience 
  • Salary range: $170,000 - $190,000 annual base
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance with low deductibles and premiums paid by company 99% for self and 50% for dependents and/or spouse
  • 401K with company match (no vesting period)
  • Student loan assistance
  • Generous culture around time off, including: 
    • Unlimited PTO
    • 6 days of sick time per year 
    • 11 paid company holidays per year 
    • up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave (gender neutral) including adoptions

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