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Permanent Embedded Software Engineer Robotics Jobs in Florida

Wabtec

Embedded Software Engineer

West Melbourne, FL

$64K - $85K/yr

In this role, the Embedded SW Engineer will design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain embedded software applications. The systems are primarily developed in C and/or C++ targeting various ...

Wabtec

Embedded Software Engineer

West Melbourne, FL · On-site

In this role, the Embedded SW Engineer will design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain embedded software applications. The systems are primarily developed in C and/or C++ targeting various ...

Wabtec

Embedded Software Engineer

West Melbourne, FL · On-site

$64K - $85K/yr

In this role, the Embedded SW Engineer will design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain embedded software applications. The systems are primarily developed in C and/or C++ targeting various ...

Wabtec

Embedded Software Engineer

West Melbourne, FL · On-site

$64K - $85K/yr

In this role, the Embedded SW Engineer will design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain embedded software applications. The systems are primarily developed in C and/or C++ targeting various ...

Leonardo DRS

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

Job Summary The Senior Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for the architecture, design, development, integration, verification, and sustainment of complex embedded software solutions. This ...

Collabera

Embedded Software Engineer

Pompano Beach, FL

$123K - $162K/yr

Embedded Software Engineer Duration: 12+ Months (Could go beyond) * Knowledge of Algorithm development, system identification and control design. * Hands-on experience programming DSP and MCU (C/C ...

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What is the difference between Permanent Embedded Software Engineer Robotics vs Permanent Firmware Engineer Robotics?

AspectPermanent Embedded Software Engineer RoboticsPermanent Firmware Engineer Robotics
CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related; experience with embedded systemsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related; firmware development experience
Work EnvironmentDesigning and developing embedded software for robotic systemsWriting low-level firmware for robotic hardware components
Industry UsageRobotics, automation, manufacturingRobotics, consumer electronics, industrial automation

Both roles involve working with embedded systems in robotics, but the Embedded Software Engineer focuses on higher-level software development, while the Firmware Engineer specializes in low-level hardware programming. The choice depends on whether the role emphasizes software architecture or hardware-level firmware development.

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Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Leonardo DRS

Melbourne, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Leonardo DRS rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

131st of 528 rated manufacturers

Job description

Job ID: 114737
Location: Melbourne FL
Schedule: 9/80
The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.
Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest.
Job Summary
The Principal Embedded Software Engineer serves as a technical leader responsible for defining software architecture, leading execution of complex embedded software projects, and driving technical decisions across multiple disciplines. This role combines deep hands-on technical expertise with project leadership responsibilities. The individual is expected to function as an individual contributor while also leading small software teams, coordinating technical execution, assigning work, monitoring progress, managing technical risks, and communicating project status to engineering and program leadership. The Principal Engineer is recognized as a subject matter expert and is responsible for ensuring successful technical execution of critical business and customer programs.
Job Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
  • Define software architectures for complex embedded systems and mission-critical products.
  • Lead technical strategy, design reviews, and architectural decisions.
  • Serve as the technical authority for software development activities.
  • Drive technical solutions involving processors, FPGAs, sensors, imaging systems, networking, and embedded platforms.
  • Evaluate technologies, tools, frameworks, and development approaches.
  • Lead root-cause investigations for complex system-level issues.

Project Leadership
  • Lead small software development teams while remaining an active contributor.
  • Translate program objectives into executable software development plans.
  • Break down project work into tasks and assign responsibilities across team members.
  • Track execution against schedules, milestones, and technical deliverables.
  • Identify, communicate, and mitigate technical and program risks.
  • Coordinate software activities across systems, hardware, FPGA, verification, manufacturing, and program teams.
  • Provide regular project status, risks, and recovery plans to engineering management and program leadership.
  • Support staffing, workload balancing, and technical mentoring activities.

Individual Contributor Responsibilities
  • Develop, integrate, debug, and verify embedded software.
  • Perform code reviews and maintain software quality standards.
  • Support customer demonstrations, field activities, integration events, and technical reviews.
  • Contribute directly to critical project deliverables when needed.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • Minimum 8 years of embedded software development experience.
  • Expert-level proficiency in C and C++.
  • Strong Python development experience.
  • Extensive experience with Bare-Metal, FreeRTOS, and Embedded Linux environments.
  • Extensive experience with AMD/Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC and/or MicroBlaze platforms.
  • Strong understanding of embedded software architecture, real-time systems, and hardware/software co-design.
  • Experience developing complex device drivers and middleware components.
  • Experience leading software development efforts through the full product lifecycle.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead small engineering teams while remaining a hands-on contributor.
  • Experience developing project schedules, assigning technical work, and tracking execution.
  • Experience presenting technical status, risks, and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
  • Strong technical decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience leading embedded software efforts for defense, aerospace, medical, or safety-critical products.
  • Experience with EO/IR imaging systems, video processing, sensor integration, and high-speed interfaces.
  • Experience with Ethernet, TCP/IP, lwIP, networking protocols, and distributed embedded systems.
  • Experience with requirements-based development and formal verification methodologies.
  • Experience supporting proposal activities, technical planning, and technology roadmaps.
  • Experience serving as a technical lead, team lead, or project lead on multi-disciplinary engineering

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.
Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:
- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation
We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

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