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Axon

Sr Electrical Engineer I

Scottsdale, AZ

$108K - $141K/yr

You will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to raising the technical bar within the team ... Using OrCAD Schematic tools, design embedded Mixed-Signal electronic circuitry that integrates high ...

TechStaff, Inc

Senior Electrical Engineer

Mesa, AZ

$109K - $142K/yr

Provides significant technical leadership, mentors junior staff, and manages cross-functional ... Design, develop, test, modify, install, and update embedded software and firmware. * Evaluate ...

Axon

Senior Electrical Engineer, Video

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$108K - $141K/yr

Mentor and inspire junior engineers, fostering technical growth across the team. Join a dynamic ... Use OrCAD to create embedded mixed-signal circuit schematics, integrating components like ...

Axon

Senior Electrical Engineer, Video

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$108K - $141K/yr

Mentor and inspire junior engineers, fostering technical growth across the team. Join a dynamic ... Use OrCAD to create embedded mixed-signal circuit schematics, integrating components like ...

Axon

Sr Electrical Engineer I

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$108K - $141K/yr

You will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to raising the technical bar within the team ... Using OrCAD Schematic tools, design embedded Mixed-Signal electronic circuitry that integrates high ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior embedded developer in Tempe, AZ is $85,219.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,200.00 and $83,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Junior Embedded Developers are entry-level software engineers who design, develop, and maintain embedded systems—specialized computing systems that perform dedicated functions within larger mechanical or electrical systems. They typically work with hardware such as microcontrollers or microprocessors, programming them to carry out specific tasks. Their responsibilities can include writing code in languages like C or C++, debugging hardware-software interactions, and collaborating with teams to build products like IoT devices, automotive systems, or consumer electronics. Junior Embedded Developers often work under the guidance of senior engineers as they gain hands-on experience and deepen their technical skills.

What projects or tasks does a junior embedded developer typically work on?

As a Junior Embedded Developer, you can expect to contribute to tasks such as writing and debugging firmware, assisting with hardware-software integration, and performing unit tests on embedded systems. You may also help maintain codebases, support the development of new features, and participate in troubleshooting sessions. Collaboration with senior developers, hardware engineers, and QA teams is common, providing opportunities to learn best practices and deepen your technical understanding of embedded systems.

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Junior Embedded Software Test Engineer

Cirrus Logic

Chandler, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, which was built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn't do it without our extraordinary workforce - and that's where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop test strategies, plans, and test cases for new features and products by translating requirements into comprehensive validation coverage.
  • Develop, execute, and maintain validation tests during both pre-silicon and post-silicon phases of product development.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute the System Test perspective in technical discussions, design reviews, and issue-triage activities.
  • Drive toward automation of all tests within a Continuous Integration (CI) environment.
  • Investigate, reproduce, triage, and debug product issues in collaboration with software and hardware development teams.
  • Communicate test results, quality metrics, and defect findings to stakeholders to drive issue resolution and product quality improvements.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering with relevant internship or industry experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
  • Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Passion for testing, identifying issues, and driving effective resolutions.
  • Experience in embedded systems and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
  • Experience working with MCU- and/or DSP-based systems.
  • Proficiency in Python and C/C++.
  • Understanding of software testing methodologies and test automation principles.
  • Experience using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital multimeters for measurement, validation, and debugging.
  • Experience with version control systems such as Git or SVN.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications
  • Experience developing and executing embedded software tests on development boards and prototype hardware.
  • Experience with test automation framework development and scripting.
  • Experience with hardware/software integration and system-level debugging.
  • Experience with bare-metal development, Linux operating systems, and Bash scripting.
  • Experience with defect tracking and project management tools such as Jira.
  • Experience with continuous integration systems such as Jenkins.
  • Familiarity with embedded communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, and I2S.
  • Ability to effectively leverage AI-assisted tools to improve engineering productivity while maintaining strong technical judgment and code quality.
  • Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile/Scrum methodologies, and defect management processes.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.
Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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