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Principal Embedded Linux Engineer Jobs in Atlanta, GA

Principal Embedded Software Engineer Salary Range: $160,000 - $200,000 + Bonus Eligible Security ... Proficient with Linux and Windows development environments * Experience developing and integrating ...

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Embedded Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$126K - $166K/yr

Embedded Engineer Location: Atlanta, GA Contract position * Strong experience in Embedded C/C ... Hands-on experience with Embedded Linux (Yocto), system integration, and boot processes.

Embedded Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

Title: Embedded Engineer Location: Atlanta, GA (Onsite) Duration: 6 months+ (possibility of an ... Hands-on experience with Embedded Linux (Yocto), system integration, and boot processes.

Embedded C++ Engineer

Dallas, GA · On-site

$60 - $62/hr

Senior Embedded C++ Engineer Location: Dallas, TX (5 days onsite) * 6+ years of experience in ... Expert in C, C++, embedded Linux and device driver * High proficiency with modern C, C++, C++11/C++ ...

W2 Embedded Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$99K - $135K/yr

Title: Embedded Engineer Location: Atlanta, GA (Onsite) Duration: 6 months+ (possibility of an ... Hands-on experience with Embedded Linux (Yocto), system integration, and boot processes.

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How much do principal embedded linux engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal embedded linux engineer in Atlanta, GA is $129,707.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,800.00 and $154,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Principal Embedded Linux Engineer job openings in Atlanta, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $129,707 per year, or $62.4 per hour.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer - SoC/FPGA, Onsite ATL (Atlanta)

Atlanta, GA • On-site


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$119K - $156K/yr

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Job description

RTX in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead embedded software for EW programs. The role requires deep expertise in ARM-based SoCs, FPGA fabrics, and deterministic real‑time software across bare‑metal and embedded Linux environments.

The candidate will derive requirements, implement software, and collaborate with systems, FPGA, RF, and electrical teams on timing closure and interface compatibility. Onsite work in ATL, GA is required.

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