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ARSIEM

Embedded System Researcher 3

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$125K - $183K/yr

Focus on embedded systems with ARM, PPC, MIPS, or other embedded assembly languages. Minimum Qualifications * Expert-level engineering experience with over 12 years of analyzing embedded systems

Western Digital

Engineer Embedded System Engineering

Irvine, CA · On-site

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Embedded System Engineer to provide electronics support to firmware, manufacturing, and customer facing teams for all HDD products: * Provide firmware support. Collaborate with firmware development ...

Western Digital

Engineer Embedded System Engineering

Irvine, CA · On-site

$77K - $103K/yr

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  • Dental

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Embedded System Engineer to provide electronics support to firmware, manufacturing, and customer facing teams for all HDD products: * Provide firmware support. Collaborate with firmware development ...

Berendsen Fluid Power

Embedded System Developer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

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Design and Project management of Control systems for mobile hydraulic, mobile electric, industrial hydraulic and industrial electric systems. Define, document, and communicate control functions ...

Berendsen, Inc.

Embedded System Developer

Tulsa, OK

Design and Project management of Control systems for mobile hydraulic, mobile electric, industrial hydraulic and industrial electric systems. Define, document, and communicate control functions ...

Berendsen Fluid Power

Embedded System Developer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design and Project management of Control systems for mobile hydraulic, mobile electric, industrial hydraulic and industrial electric systems. Define, document, and communicate control functions ...

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How much do embedded system jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for embedded system in the United States is $137,274.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $163,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Embedded System vs Firmware Engineer?

AspectEmbedded SystemFirmware Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related fieldsBachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentHardware and software development for embedded devicesDeveloping low-level code for hardware devices
Industry UsageConsumer electronics, automotive, medical devicesEmbedded devices, IoT, consumer electronics

Embedded System and Firmware Engineer roles often overlap, but embedded systems focus on designing complete hardware-software solutions, while firmware engineers specialize in writing low-level code that runs directly on hardware. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work in related industries, but their specific focus areas differ.

Is embedded system still a good career?

Embedded system engineering remains a strong career choice due to ongoing demand for devices in automotive, healthcare, consumer electronics, and industrial automation. Professionals with skills in C/C++, real-time operating systems, and hardware integration are highly valued, and the field offers opportunities for growth in IoT and embedded software development.

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Infographic showing various Embedded System job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $137,274 per year, or $66 per hour.

Embedded System Engineer

EngeniusMicro

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

The Company

EngeniusMicro is a hardware focused small business with offices in Huntsville, AL and Atlanta, GA. Our multi-disciplinary staff of engineers, technicians, and scientists provide research and development engineering services to industry and the Federal Government. Our primary research areas are Additive Manufacturing, MicroElectroMechanical Systems (MEMS) / Nanotechnology, and Microelectronics. As a research-focused small business, we offer opportunities for growth and advancement for a motivated candidate.

The Culture

EngeniusMicro seeks self-motivated, highly organized, and responsive employees able to work in a fast-paced, small team environment. The ideal employee will thrive in a learning environment that encourages independence, initiative, leadership, and professional growth.

Why should you apply?

  • You like solving technical challenges in a fast-paced collaborative environment
  • You're interested in building a key component in hardware and prototypes
  • You want to work somewhere your interests can influence the direction of the company
  • You enjoy making products that are both technically and visually intriguing.
  • You want to develop adaptability and problem-solving skills as you tackle diverse challenges

The Position

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Work with multidisciplinary team to design, test, and integrate electronics, firmware, and software for various additive manufacturing, autonomous systems, and sensor projects
  • Aid senior engineers with day to day oversight of activities, including providing guidance to a team of engineering technicians.
  • Aid senior engineers in developing engineering documentation, such as test procedures, for various activities.

Qualifications

Basic

  • Experience with programming embedded systems microcontroller and FPGA (Texas Instruments, Arduino, Microchip, Xilinx) software development
  • Experience with integrating sensors (i.e. accelerometers, gyros, thermocouples, encoders)
  • Experience in developing software in C, C++, Python
  • Experience with computer vision (openCV)
  • Experience developing Graphical user interfaces (GUIs)
  • Experience developing backend services (web servers, RESTful servers, etc)
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to design analog and digital circuits
  • Altium Designer
  • Bachelor's degree Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or Computer Science
  • 3-5 years relevant experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to obtain/maintain a final Secret DoD clearance, for which the US Government requires US Citizenship
  • Authorization to work for employers in the U.S. without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or transfer employment visas at this time.

Preferred

  • High speed analog, digital and mixed signal design experience
  • Wireless communications
  • Radio Frequency Electronics Development
  • Additive Manufacturing

The Legal Stuff

EngeniusMicro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

  • Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
  • E-Verify Participation
  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Immigrant and Employee Rights
  • Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)

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