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SAIC

Junior Embedded Software Engineer

Panama City Beach, FL · Hybrid

$116K - $153K/yr

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking Junior Embedded Software Engineers to join our dynamic team at our customer site in Panama City Beach, FL. You will be working in a dynamic environment at our ...

SAIC

Junior Embedded Software Engineer

Panama City, FL · On-site

$117K - $154K/yr

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking Junior Embedded Software Engineers to join our dynamic team at our customer site in Panama City Beach, FL. You will be working in a dynamic environment at our ...

Emergent Software

Embedded Software Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$136K - $179K/yr

Mentor junior engineers as the team grows Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field * 10+ years of embedded software ...

Emergent Software

Embedded Software Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

Mentor junior engineers as the team grows Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field * 10+ years of embedded software ...

Puck Enterprises

Embedded Software Engineer

Worthing, SD · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

Experience mentoring junior engineers or supporting cross-functional knowledge sharing * Familiarity with secure software development practices for connected embedded devices * Familiarity with ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior embedded software engineer in the United States is $94,542.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $95,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Junior Embedded Software Engineer is an entry-level role focused on developing and testing software for embedded systems, such as microcontrollers, IoT devices, and automotive systems. They typically work with languages like C and C++, interacting with hardware and real-time operating systems (RTOS). Their responsibilities include debugging code, optimizing performance, and collaborating with hardware engineers. This role provides hands-on experience in low-level programming and system integration. It serves as a foundation for advancing to more senior embedded software positions.

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As a Junior Embedded Software Engineer, your daily tasks often include writing code for microcontrollers, debugging hardware-software integration issues, running tests, and updating documentation. You'll usually collaborate with senior engineers and hardware teams to design, implement, and troubleshoot embedded solutions. The work environment is generally a mix of office or lab settings, involving both individual work and group projects. This role offers hands-on learning opportunities and exposure to various technologies, helping you build a strong foundation for future career advancement in embedded systems.

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Junior Embedded Software Engineer

Panama City Beach, FL • Hybrid

SAIC
IT Services • 10K+ employees
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$116K - $153K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

SAIC rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job ID: 2616489

Location: Panama City Beach, FL, US

Date Posted: 2026-09-03

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Embedded SW Engr

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE


Description

SAIC is seeking Junior Embedded Software Engineers to join our dynamic team at our customer site in Panama City Beach, FL.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

You will be working in a dynamic environment at our off-base locations and at the Panama City Beach Naval Surface Warfare Center.  You will be supporting multiple Navy projects of various scales and multiple contracts.  You will hone your developer skills and gain engineering experience rapidly.

Our team provides onsite support for modification, upgrades and software maintenance supporting fielded software baselines along with our System Integration Laboratory (SIL) software simulators. We provide software design, development, coding, test, and integration support in the software development environment.

JOB DUTIES:

  • Software Development: Write and implement optimized code for microcontrollers and processors, handling the full SDLC.
  • Testing & Debugging: Perform unit, integration, and system testing, plus troubleshoot issues and debug complex embedded systems.
  • Documentation: Create technical manuals, design specifications, and maintain code for future reference.
  • Examples of software engineering and development support activities for this role include but are not limited to the following:
  • Design and implement real-time embedded software intensive code solutions, test the resulting components, and analyze runtime profiles to debug errors that might exist.
  • Integrate software units and components producing integrated software items consistent with the design that demonstrate the functional and non-functional software requirements.
  • Document software functionality.
  • Perform Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD) and programming in Java, C, C++, and C#.
  • Perform software component development and lifecycle software support.
  • Windows, Linux, and VxWorks operating systems programming.
  • Use of Microsoft Visual C++ development environment with Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFC).
  • Use of Java development environments Eclipse, NetBeans, IntelliJ.
  • Develop network protocol based applications using Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
  • The job also will include updating existing code and integrating improvements to software already in operation.
  • Will support all aspects of the software development life cycle.
  • Review and test software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results.
  • Join team members in Agile software development.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CLEARANCE:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 0 years or more of work experience.
  • Programming: Proficiency in C/C++ or Java.
  • RTOS: Understanding of real-time operating systems (e.g., Linux, VxWorks).
  • Hardware Knowledge: Understanding of microcontrollers, protocols (TCP/IP, Modbus), and reading schematics.
  • Soft Skills: Problem-solving, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and communication.
  • Writing and interpreting technical reports and requirements and interface documents.
  • Preparing presentation material and presenting to peers, project team members, and managers.
  • Must demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to work multiple projects concurrently.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen able to obtain a Secret Clearance. Interim Secret required to start. SAIC will sponsor qualified candidates for a security clearance.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Scrum Master Certification (CSM).
  • Familiarity with integrating and implementing embedded AI solutions.
  • Experience working in Agile (Scrum, Kanban, Crystal Methods, etc.) and Hybrid project teams.

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