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Full Time Embedded System Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Agile Enterprise Solutions

Embedded Engineers

Vernon Hills, IL · On-site

$128K - $168K/yr

... software engineering having shipped several consumer grade products 5+ years of experience in C++ preferably with some exposure to embedded systems like QNX or Embedded Linux. Experience with coding ...

IDEX Corporation

Embedded Software Engineer

Wheeling, IL · On-site

$127K - $190K/yr

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION The Embedded software Engineer is a key member of the IDEX-Dispensing ... Familiar with revision control systems like SVN or Git * Ability & willing to work hands on

IDEX

Embedded Software Engineer

Wheeling, IL · On-site

$127K - $190K/yr

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION The Embedded software Engineer is a key member of the IDEX-Dispensing ... Familiar with revision control systems like SVN or Git * Ability & willing to work hands on

Wabtec

Embedded Software Engineer III

Buffalo Grove, IL

$134K - $177K/yr

Who are we? Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital ... Working knowledge of embedded software design of systems and components including engineering ...

Wabtec

Embedded Software Engineer III

Buffalo Grove, IL

$134K - $177K/yr

Who are we? Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital ... Working knowledge of embedded software design of systems and components including engineering ...

Wabtec

Embedded Software Engineer III

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$134K - $177K/yr

Who are we? Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital ... Working knowledge of embedded software design of systems and components including engineering ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time embedded system software engineer in Chicago, IL is $158,007.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $135,500.00 and $178,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Embedded System Software Engineer vs Embedded Firmware Developer?

AspectFull Time Embedded System Software EngineerEmbedded Firmware Developer
CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; often requires experience with embedded systemsSimilar credentials; often requires knowledge of microcontrollers and firmware development
Work EnvironmentDesigning, developing, and testing embedded software for hardware devices in various industriesWriting low-level firmware for microcontrollers and embedded hardware
Industry UsageUsed across automotive, consumer electronics, medical devices, and industrial automationPrimarily in consumer electronics, IoT devices, and embedded hardware products

Both roles involve embedded software development, but Full Time Embedded System Software Engineers typically work on higher-level system integration and application software, while Embedded Firmware Developers focus on low-level firmware coding for microcontrollers. The roles often overlap, but the scope and focus differ based on the project requirements.

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Cross Platform Embedded Software Developer

Lincolnshire, IL • On-site

Snap-on Inc
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$100K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Snap-on rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview 

New product development and sustaining engineering of Internet enabled hand-held embedded products

Responsibilities include developing and maintaining firmware and applications on multiple platforms and products globally 

Responsibilities:

  • Contribute as a member in an Agile software development team
  • Design and develop new cross-platform features while focusing on quality
  • Work as part of a cross-functional global team 

Requirements:

  • 5 years C, C++ programming in an embedded environment employing a real-time operating system
  • Familiarity with Android development
  • Excellent problem solving / debugging skills
  • Excellent communication skills - written and verbal
  • Ability to work as part of a cross-functional and distributed team
  • Self-motivated 

Experience in some of the following areas:

  • Experience implementing multi-threaded applications on a RTOS
  • Experience with a design that employs ARMprocessors such as the Cortex-M7 STM32H7
  • Experience with the IAR Integrated Development Environment
  • Familiar with Visual Studio and Windows SDKs and frameworks
  • Familiar with Android Studio, Android SDK and UI frameworks
  • Experience with the SMX RTOS by Micro Digital
  • Experience in communication standards, e.g. Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, etc.
  • Experience implementing Bluetooth on an embedded system
  • Experience implementing the network stack, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, HTTPS, Sockets, in an embedded system
  • GUI Design in an embedded environment using Tara Systems Embedded Wizard
  • Device drivers design & programming
  • Vehicle Communication Protocols design & programming
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented software design and design patterns
  • Well versed in multi-threaded developoment and n-tier architecture object-oriented design patterns

  • Comfortable with using GitHub Copilot

 Salary $100,000 - $130,000

Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

 Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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