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Junior Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in California

Resource Point LLC

Embedded Software Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$136K - $179K/yr

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer Location: Carlsbad, CA or Marlborough, MA Duration: 6+ Months This position is open to W-2 CANDIDATES ONLY who are authorized to work in the USA WITHOUT ...

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Embedded Software Engineer

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Embedded Software Engineer $130000 - $170000 per year | Anaheim, CA | On-site | Permanent Growing Company! Stable Tech!A bit about us: We are an established manufacturer in Southern California, with ...

Protingent

Embedded Software Engineer

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Embedded Software Engineer Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting Direct Hire opportunity for an Embedded Software Engineer with our client in Pasadena, California. Job ...

Meta

Embedded Software Engineer

Burlingame, CA

$184K/yr

The Reality Labs Research Software Team is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to help bring all-day wearable AI research platforms to life through collaboration and commitment.Our prototype ...

Zoox

Embedded Software Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$164K - $223K/yr

Zoox is looking for an embedded software engineer to join our Firmware Platforms team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, extending, and maintaining support for multiple embedded ...

Zoox

Embedded Software Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$164K - $223K/yr

Zoox is looking for an embedded software engineer to join our Firmware Platforms team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, extending, and maintaining support for multiple embedded ...

Zoox

Embedded Software Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$164K - $223K/yr

Zoox is looking for an embedded software engineer to join our Firmware Platforms team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, extending, and maintaining support for multiple embedded ...

Chipton Ross

Embedded Software Engineer

Del Rey, CA · On-site

$126K - $166K/yr

Job #217550 Chipton-Ross is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for a contract opportunity in Orlando, FL. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE) Must have an Active Secret Clearance 5+ ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior embedded software engineer in California is $93,304.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $94,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Embedded Software Engineer

Carlsbad, CA • On-site

Resource Point LLC
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$136K - $179K/yr

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Job description

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Carlsbad, CA or Marlborough, MA

Duration: 6+ Months

This position is open to W-2 CANDIDATES ONLY who are authorized to work in the USA WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP. Corp to Corp and H-1B transfers are NOT considered for this position.

Description:

The client is actively seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for an onsite role located in either Carlsbad, CA or Marlborough, MA.


Position Summary:

The selected candidate will contribute to the development, testing, and certification of the Next Generation Encryptor (NGE) - a high-speed encryption solution designed to support secure government enterprise networks.

Duties Include:

  • Design and implementation with embedded software in Rust and C/C++
  • Linux OS use, for an embedded environment
  • TCP/IP and common network configuration
  • Object-oriented software development
  • Agile Scrum development
  • CI/CD software development
  • Linux kernel driver development/modifications
  • Microprocessors and embedded processors (NIOS, ARM, RISC-V, etc.)
  • Networking protocols (e.g. IPSec, MACsec, TLS, etc.)
  • Participating in multi-disciplinary teams
Requirements:
  • At least 2 years of Rust experience
  • At least 1 year of Linux OS use, ideally for an embedded environment
  • Design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C++
  • Basic understanding of TCP/IP and common network configuration
  • Object-oriented software development experience
  • Agile Scrum development experience
  • Familiarity with to bare metal embedded device drivers
  • Ability to plan, track and report on progress
  • Good oral and written communications skills
  • Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Educations:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field