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Entry Level Graduate Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in Seattle, WA

Pacific Defense

Embedded Software Engineer

Mukilteo, WA · On-site

$147.70K - $194.30K/yr

We are looking to hire an Embedded Software Engineer who wants to get involved with a small, fast-paced, and dynamic company. Responsible for managing, maintaining, and advancing the state of the art ...

Pacific Defense

Embedded Software Engineer

Mukilteo, WA · On-site

$147.70K - $194.30K/yr

We are looking to hire an Embedded Software Engineer who wants to get involved with a small, fast-paced, and dynamic company. Responsible for managing, maintaining, and advancing the state of the art ...

Pacific Defense

Embedded Software Engineer

Mukilteo, WA

$147.70K - $194.30K/yr

We are looking to hire an Embedded Software Engineer who wants to get involved with a small, fast-paced, and dynamic company. Responsible for managing, maintaining, and advancing the state of the art ...

React Health

Embedded Software Engineer

Bothell, WA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Embedded Software Engineer FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full time LOCATION: Bothell, WA React Health is a fast-paced, growth-driven manufacturer and distributor of medical equipment, dedicated to supporting ...

Blue Origin

Embedded Software Engineer II

Renton, WA · Hybrid

$123.71K - $173.20K/yr

As an Embedded Software Engineer II on the Blue Ring program, you will be at the forefront of developing and testing flight software for one of the most capable and maneuverable multi-mission ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level graduate embedded software engineer in Seattle, WA is $174,554.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $149,600.00 and $196,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Graduate Embedded Software Engineer vs Embedded Software Developer?

AspectEntry Level Graduate Embedded Software EngineerEmbedded Software Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fieldBachelor's or higher in a relevant technical field, with some roles preferring certifications
Work EnvironmentDesigning, testing, and debugging embedded systems in hardware-focused environmentsDeveloping and maintaining embedded software across various hardware platforms
Industry UsageCommonly used in automotive, consumer electronics, and IoT industriesWidely used in similar industries, often with more experience required

Entry Level Graduate Embedded Software Engineers typically focus on learning and supporting embedded system development, while Embedded Software Developers often have more experience and handle more complex software tasks. Both roles are essential in embedded systems projects, but the engineer role is more entry-level and learning-oriented.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Graduate Embedded Software Engineer job openings in Seattle, WA as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $174,554 per year, or $83.9 per hour.
Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer

Pacific Defense

Mukilteo, WA • On-site

$147.70K - $194.30K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

** Due to the sensitive nature of our work, candidate must be a US Citizen.
Location: Mukilteo, WA
Pacific Defense is designed to support the DoD's disciplined movement to modular open standards. The company's approach inherently enables what it refers to as a rapid prototyping paradigm - embedding a commercial mentality into the defense industry. Products are designed from the outset for modern, AI-driven autonomy and CMOSS and SOSA-aligned hardware and software solutions. This includes state-of-the-art processing that can readily follow the evolution of commercial technology with complete data sharing across networks and platforms.
We are looking to hire an Embedded Software Engineer who wants to get involved with a small, fast-paced, and dynamic company. Responsible for managing, maintaining, and advancing the state of the art in embedded software components on SDR systems.
Requirements
What You'll Get to Do:
  • Be responsible for the development of new features on our embedded platforms.
  • Investigate, prototype, and deliver new and innovative system solutions.
  • Design, develop and verify firmware and drivers for embedded systems.
  • Participate in design reviews, API development, and documentation.
  • Work with new technologies that are vital to product development.
  • Perform tasks including debug, bring-up, Beta and production software development.
  • Successfully collaborate with both software and hardware product teams.

You'll Bring These Qualifications:
  • Appropriate level of experience as an embedded software engineer writing C and C++ user space applications.
  • Experience in design, development, and debugging applications on ARM/ARM 64 architecture.
  • Experience developing application software that interfaces with FPGAs, sensors, and other embedded hardware.
  • Experience in writing well-documented code in a collaborative, team-centric environment.
  • Experience applying Computer Science fundamentals such as data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis.
  • motivated and self-starting

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
  • Knowledge of networking concepts and technologies, such as TCP/IP, UDP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), security protocols (SSL, TLS), timing protocols (PTP, NTP), VLANs, and VPN.
  • Familiarity with laboratory debugging and test equipment, such as oscilloscope, logic analyzer, signal analyzer, signal generator.
  • Cyber security knowledge and experience
  • Experience with assured PNT systems, including Kalman filters, precision timing, sensor fusion, anti-jam antennas, or PNT client integration.
  • Experience with RF or SDR technology.
  • Experience with Electronic Warfare (EW) systems and/or technology.
  • Active security clearance.

Education
  • BS EE/CS or related field

Benefits
Pacific Defense provides competitive salaries and immediately vested 401K match. We provide 100% coverage options for the employee, and 75% coverage for dependents' medical, dental, vision, and life insurance premiums, as well as a flexible spending account for incidental health care expenses. We offer paid time off and federal holidays to spend time with family, pursue outside interests, or just get some extra rest.
Pacific Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

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