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Professional Embedded Audio Engineer Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Senior Software Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

$124K - $164K/yr

Overview We are seeking a full-time Senior C/C++ Embedded Software Engineer in our Cary, NC ... audio, LED lighting and other entertainment devices; and integrate media content across the vessel ...

... working across embedded systems and application layers, and contributing to products where ... Experience with audio/video technologies or communication systems * Experience with CI/CD pipelines ...

... working across embedded systems and application layers, and contributing to products where ... Experience with audio/video technologies or communication systems * Experience with CI/CD pipelines ...

... including audio, video, and data transmission systems for mission-critical applications. Our ... Strong understanding of operating systems internals (Linux, RTOS, embedded or mobile OS), memory ...

... audio, video, and data transmission systems for mission\-critical applications. Our expertise ... Strong understanding of operating systems internals (Linux, RTOS, embedded or mobile OS), memory ...

... professionally and respectfully. * Environmental Consciousness - Supporting responsible and sustainable business practices. Join the SmallHD Team If you are an Electrical Engineer who enjoys embedded ...

Electrical Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

... professionally and respectfully. * Environmental Consciousness - Supporting responsible and sustainable business practices. Join the SmallHD Team If you are an Electrical Engineer who enjoys embedded ...

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How much do professional embedded audio engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for professional embedded audio engineer in Raleigh, NC is $149,101.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,800.00 and $168,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Professional Embedded Audio Engineer vs Audio Software Developer?

AspectProfessional Embedded Audio EngineerAudio Software Developer
CredentialsTypically requires electrical engineering or audio engineering degrees, certifications in embedded systemsRequires computer science or software engineering degrees, programming certifications
Work EnvironmentEmbedded systems labs, audio hardware manufacturing facilitiesSoftware development environments, offices, or remote work
Industry UsageAudio hardware companies, consumer electronics, professional audio equipmentMusic software, digital audio workstations, audio app development

The main difference is that a Professional Embedded Audio Engineer focuses on designing and optimizing audio hardware embedded systems, while an Audio Software Developer primarily develops audio software applications. Both roles require technical expertise but differ in their focus on hardware versus software development within the audio industry.

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Infographic showing various Professional Embedded Audio Engineer job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 71% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $149,101 per year, or $71.7 per hour.

$124K - $164K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Overview
We are seeking a full-time Senior C/C++ Embedded Software Engineer in our Cary, NC location on our Marine embedded software development team. We're seeking someone who is passionate about creating great weather awareness and integrated media+entertainment experiences for boaters. You will build applications that help boaters navigate weather and fishing forecasts; coordinate and control stereo, streaming audio, LED lighting and other entertainment devices; and integrate media content across the vessel network. Your software will run on marine chartplotters and other devices.
Essential Functions
  • Serves in a leadership capacity as an individual contributor for carrying out software development in C and C++
  • Designs and implements code that is efficient, maintainable and verifiably correct
  • Works effectively across multiple software layers, focussing on application logic, data persitencce and network communications
  • Builds relationships with product managers, quality teams and engineers across Garmin
  • Reveiws architected modules and software systems supporting new technolgy or improving capability/performance of existing functionality
  • May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for complex software development projects
  • Decomposes functional requirements into well-defined tasks
  • May coordinate work across teams, geographies and technical domains
  • Researches fundamental problems and implements algorithm solutions that are appropriate
  • Offers peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs
  • Assists design engineering as needed with component datasheet review and schematic design review
  • Participates in project leadership and/or program planning including providing technical input to product development plans and concept documents
  • Makes substantial contributions toward determination of project goal/objective feasibility and applies good judgment in setting schedules/risk taking
  • Mentors and provides guidance to less experienced Software Engineers (1 & 2)
  • Contributes to advanced technical research on new technologies
  • Offers process improvement suggestions and authors new procedures as appropriate
  • Provides reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems using sound problem solving techniques

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency with designing well architectured software systems and modules that support new technology or improve capability/performance of existing functionality
  • Demonstrated competence with researching fundamental problems and implementing appropriate algorithmic solutions
  • Demonstrated ability to serve as a lead software engineer for a complex software project
  • Ability to decompose functional requirements into well-defined tasks while balancing quality, quantity, and complexity in work output
  • Demonstrated capability to offer peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs
  • Mastered proficiency in writing software in C, C++ on embedded platforms
  • Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment

Desired Qualifications
  • Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
  • Linux development experience
  • Familiarity with networking protocols and standards, including TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, Controller Area Network (CAN/NMEA, Bluetooth/BLE and ANT, and experience implementing and debugging network applicatoins are a plus
  • Passion for boating, or other on-the-water activities
  • Passion for audio, media or other entertainment technologies
  • Systems thinker
  • Familiarity with design, development and testimg of reusable application code, including API - oriented designs
  • Familiarity with REST and HTP is a plus
  • Experience with git, Gerrit, JIRA and Microsoft Azure ADO
  • Familiarity with embedded or mobile UI development is a plus

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

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