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Embedded Software Integration Engineer Jobs in Florida

Junior Embedded Software Engineer

Panama City Beach, FL · Hybrid

$116K - $153K/yr

Perform unit, integration, and system testing, plus troubleshoot issues and debug complex embedded ... Examples of software engineering and development support activities for this role include but are ...

Junior Embedded Software Engineer

Panama City, FL · On-site

$117K - $154K/yr

Perform unit, integration, and system testing, plus troubleshoot issues and debug complex embedded ... Examples of software engineering and development support activities for this role include but are ...

F-35 WIPT Software Integration Engineer

Eglin, FL · On-site

$95K - $127K/yr

Weapon System Software Integration Engineer for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter, Joint Program Office, Weapons Integration Product Team (WIPT) providing software engineering support for ...

Description As an Embedded Software Engineer in the U.S. office, you will report to the Chief ... Participate in the integration and testing of the flight software on the avionics systems and ...

Embedded Software Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$145K - $218K/yr

What you'll do This is a role for a Embedded Software Engineer within Secure Netowrk Systems (SNS) - Viasat Government who is eager to contribute to a small, fast-paced team. You will develop ...

Embedded Software Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$145K - $218K/yr

What you'll do This is a role for a Embedded Software Engineer within Secure Netowrk Systems (SNS) - Viasat Government who is eager to contribute to a small, fast-paced team. You will develop ...

As a member of the LOCOTROL SW Team, you will be responsible for design, develop, integrate, test ... Engineering, Computer Science, or related field * Minimum of 5 years developing embedded software ...

As a member of the LOCOTROL SW Team, you will be responsible for design, develop, integrate, test ... Engineering, Computer Science, or related field * Minimum of 5 years developing embedded software ...

As a member of the LOCOTROL SW Team, you will be responsible for design, develop, integrate, test ... Engineering, Computer Science, or related field * Minimum of 5 years developing embedded software ...

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Embedded Software Integration Engineer information

What is the difference between Embedded Software Integration Engineer vs Embedded Software Developer?

AspectEmbedded Software Integration EngineerEmbedded Software Developer
Primary FocusIntegrating and testing software components within hardware systemsDesigning, coding, and developing software applications
Required SkillsHardware-software integration, debugging, testing, scriptingProgramming languages (C, C++), software design, algorithm development
Work EnvironmentEmbedded systems labs, hardware-in-the-loop testing, cross-functional teamsSoftware development teams, coding environments, simulation tools
Common CertificationsEmbedded systems certifications, ISTQB, hardware-related training

The Embedded Software Integration Engineer primarily focuses on integrating and testing software within hardware systems, ensuring compatibility and performance. In contrast, the Embedded Software Developer concentrates on creating and coding software applications for embedded devices. Both roles require technical skills in programming and embedded systems but differ in their core responsibilities and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Embedded Software Integration Engineer job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Remote job distribution.

Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Melbourne, FL • On-site

Leonardo DRS
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago


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Job description

Job ID: 114737 
Location: Melbourne FL 
Schedule: 9/80 

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA.  EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms.  We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. 

 Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest.

Job Summary

The Principal Embedded Software Engineer serves as a technical leader responsible for defining software architecture, leading execution of complex embedded software projects, and driving technical decisions across multiple disciplines. This role combines deep hands-on technical expertise with project leadership responsibilities. The individual is expected to function as an individual contributor while also leading small software teams, coordinating technical execution, assigning work, monitoring progress, managing technical risks, and communicating project status to engineering and program leadership. The Principal Engineer is recognized as a subject matter expert and is responsible for ensuring successful technical execution of critical business and customer programs.

Job Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

  • Define software architectures for complex embedded systems and mission-critical products.
  • Lead technical strategy, design reviews, and architectural decisions.
  • Serve as the technical authority for software development activities.
  • Drive technical solutions involving processors, FPGAs, sensors, imaging systems, networking, and embedded platforms.
  • Evaluate technologies, tools, frameworks, and development approaches.
  • Lead root-cause investigations for complex system-level issues.

Project Leadership

  • Lead small software development teams while remaining an active contributor.
  • Translate program objectives into executable software development plans.
  • Break down project work into tasks and assign responsibilities across team members.
  • Track execution against schedules, milestones, and technical deliverables.
  • Identify, communicate, and mitigate technical and program risks.
  • Coordinate software activities across systems, hardware, FPGA, verification, manufacturing, and program teams.
  • Provide regular project status, risks, and recovery plans to engineering management and program leadership.
  • Support staffing, workload balancing, and technical mentoring activities.

Individual Contributor Responsibilities

  • Develop, integrate, debug, and verify embedded software.
  • Perform code reviews and maintain software quality standards.
  • Support customer demonstrations, field activities, integration events, and technical reviews.
  • Contribute directly to critical project deliverables when needed.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • Minimum 8 years of embedded software development experience.
  • Expert-level proficiency in C and C++.
  • Strong Python development experience.
  • Extensive experience with Bare-Metal, FreeRTOS, and Embedded Linux environments.
  • Extensive experience with AMD/Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC and/or MicroBlaze platforms.
  • Strong understanding of embedded software architecture, real-time systems, and hardware/software co-design.
  • Experience developing complex device drivers and middleware components.
  • Experience leading software development efforts through the full product lifecycle.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead small engineering teams while remaining a hands-on contributor.
  • Experience developing project schedules, assigning technical work, and tracking execution.
  • Experience presenting technical status, risks, and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
  • Strong technical decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience leading embedded software efforts for defense, aerospace, medical, or safety-critical products.
  • Experience with EO/IR imaging systems, video processing, sensor integration, and high-speed interfaces.
  • Experience with Ethernet, TCP/IP, lwIP, networking protocols, and distributed embedded systems.
  • Experience with requirements-based development and formal verification methodologies.
  • Experience supporting proposal activities, technical planning, and technology roadmaps.
  • Experience serving as a technical lead, team lead, or project lead on multi-disciplinary engineering 

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.


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Industry

Navigational, measuring, electromedical, and control instruments manufacturing and communications equipment manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Arlington, VA, US

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