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Addison Group

Cloud Security Engineer

Chicago, IL · Remote

$57.50 - $76.75/hr

Cloud Security Engineer Remote/Onsite : 100% Remote Required Tech/Experience (Manager won't ... embedded from the outset. ● Identify, create, and implement security standards for CI/CD ...

DISCO

Principal Software Engineer - U.S. Remote

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$139K - $186K/yr

Provides project-embedded architecture consultation to promote best Practices, design patterns, and informed buy vs. build decisions. Platform Capability Enhancement : Contributes to the ...

Flywire

Site Reliability Engineering Manager II

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$58.75 - $78/hr

... SRE team is responsible for the lifecycle of production systems. Our team is embedded within ... Our engineering team is distributed across 3 continents and 4 different countries so remote work is ...

Turnblock.io

Software Engineer Remote (Web3)

Chicago, IL · Remote

$200K - $250K/yr

Software Engineer Opportunity Our client is on crypto's cutting-edge technology, and we're looking for the right engineers to join them. This is a remote position for any US-based candidate. Our ...

ShipBob, Inc.

Forward Deployed Engineer III

Chicago, IL · Remote

Location:  Remote in these states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, KS, KY, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA ... We're hiring a Forward Deployed Engineer III (AI) embedded directly within the People team. This is ...

DISCO

Principal Software Engineer - U.S. Remote

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$139K - $186K/yr

Provides project-embedded architecture consultation to promote best Practices, design patterns, and informed buy vs. build decisions. • Platform Capability Enhancement : Contributes to the ...

Harris

(Remote) Technical Engineer

Tennessee, IL · On-site +1

This is a role for engineers who enjoy asking "why," digging into complex problems, and continuously learning. This remote role welcomes candidates anywhere in the US. Preference will be given to ...

Harris

(Remote) Technical Engineer

Virginia, IL · On-site +1

This is a role for engineers who enjoy asking "why," digging into complex problems, and continuously learning. This remote role welcomes candidates anywhere in the US. Preference will be given to ...

Harris

(Remote) Technical Engineer

Virginia, IL · On-site +1

This is a role for engineers who enjoy asking "why," digging into complex problems, and continuously learning. This remote role welcomes candidates anywhere in the US. Preference will be given to ...

Harris

(Remote) Technical Engineer

Tennessee, IL · On-site +1

This is a role for engineers who enjoy asking "why," digging into complex problems, and continuously learning. This remote role welcomes candidates anywhere in the US. Preference will be given to ...

Kalderos

Sr. Data Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$145K - $170K/yr

New employee home office setup reimbursement This role can be remote in the United States or hybrid ... embedded it into our practice and culture. * We're curious and go deep. Our slack channels are ...

Advantech USA

Key Account Manager, Energy

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Remote, (West Coast) Compensation : $100,000 - $125,000 Before Commissions and Bonus About this ... Engage engineering, operations, and executive stakeholders to position Advantech's embedded ...

Renesas Electronics

Sr Strategic Account Mgr

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Renesas is seeking a Remote Strategic Account Manager to support the Assigned Accounts team for the ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with customer engineering, purchasing, and management ...

Renesas Electronics

Sr Strategic Account Mgr

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Renesas is seeking a Remote Strategic Account Manager to support the Assigned Accounts team for the ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with customer engineering, purchasing, and management ...

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What is a Remote Embedded Engineer?

A Remote Embedded Engineer is a professional who designs, develops, and maintains embedded systems, such as microcontrollers or specialized hardware, while working from a location outside the traditional office environment. They use programming languages like C or C++ to create software that interacts directly with hardware components. Remote Embedded Engineers often collaborate with teams using online tools, manage tasks independently, and ensure the reliability and efficiency of embedded systems across industries such as automotive, medical devices, or IoT. Their work enables connectivity and functionality in a wide range of smart devices.

How do Remote Embedded Engineers typically collaborate with hardware teams when working off-site?

Remote Embedded Engineers often use a combination of version control systems, video conferencing, and remote desktop tools to stay in sync with hardware teams. They may participate in daily standups, share code and test results through collaborative platforms, and sometimes use hardware simulators or remote lab access for testing. Regular documentation and clear communication are key, as are scheduled sync meetings to address integration issues and align project milestones. This structure helps ensure smooth coordination despite physical distance.

What is the difference between Remote Embedded Engineer vs Remote Firmware Engineer?

AspectRemote Embedded EngineerRemote Firmware Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related; experience with embedded systemsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related; experience with firmware development
Work EnvironmentDesigning and developing embedded hardware/software, often in R&D or product development teamsWriting low-level code for hardware devices, often in manufacturing or product support
Industry UsageElectronics, IoT, automotive, consumer devicesConsumer electronics, IoT, industrial equipment
Common Search/ComparisonRemote Embedded EngineerRemote Firmware Engineer

Both roles focus on embedded systems but differ mainly in scope. Remote Embedded Engineers work on both hardware and software integration, while Remote Firmware Engineers specialize in low-level firmware coding. The choice depends on whether the focus is on hardware-software integration or firmware development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Embedded Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Embedded Engineer, you need expertise in embedded systems design, proficiency in programming languages like C/C++, and a background in electrical or computer engineering. Familiarity with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), hardware debugging tools, and version control systems such as Git is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, self-motivation, and effective remote communication skills make candidates stand out in this role. These competencies are vital to ensure reliable embedded solutions, efficient project collaboration, and independent productivity in a remote environment.
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Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineer

Addison Group

Chicago, IL • Remote

$57.50 - $76.75/hr

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Job description

Position Title:

Cloud Security Engineer

Remote/Onsite :100% Remote



Required Tech/Experience (Manager won’t consider candidates without the following):

  1. Hands-on experience with AWS security tools (GuardDuty, CloudTrail, SecurityHub, etc.)
  2. Strong experience leveraging Terraform for infrastructure and security controls
  3. Experience with Wiz (Wiz.io)



Preferred Tech/Experience (Not required, but moves the candidate to the top of the list):

  1. Multi-cloud experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  2. Strong background in IAM, networking, and cloud security architecture



Typical Day to Day (Tasks & Responsibilities):

  • Get into the weeds of cloud security engineering across AWS (and potentially Azure/GCP)
  • Establish and enforce security baselines during infrastructure deployment
  • Implement alerts, monitoring, and protections across cloud environments
  • Partner with DevOps and Platform teams to embed security into infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines
  • Identify vulnerabilities and drive remediation efforts
  • Enhance cloud security posture through automation and infrastructure as code (Terraform)
  • Contribute to overall cloud security architecture and best practices


Years’ Experience/Degree Requirements/Certification:

  • 5+ years of experience in cloud security engineering
  • Strong technical background (this is not a GRC-focused role)
  • Experience across AWS required; Azure/GCP exposure is a plus



Job Description:

● Implement and optimize security controls for AWS cloud infrastructure through code.

● Monitor and review application and infrastructure security posture, initiating remediation

efforts with relevant teams.

● Recommend new or revised security measures and countermeasures for current

security challenges.

● Collaborate with DevOps and Platform teams to ensure security considerations are

embedded from the outset.

● Identify, create, and implement security standards for CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure

deployment automations.

● Oversee the implementation and administration of logging and monitoring services to

safeguard the security and integrity of applications.

● Create and maintain system documentation, architecture diagrams, and online

collaborative documentation (e.g., Wiki) with high quality.

● Work on other security engineering initiatives such as streamlining vulnerability

management and network architecture.

What you will bring to the team:

● 5+ years of demonstrable experience with AWS cloud security infrastructure and tools.

● Experience with three or more of the following AWS services: GuardDuty, CloudTrail,

CloudWatch, Inspector, SecurityHub, TrustedAdvisor, Config, ControlTower / GuardRails.

● Experience using organizational cloud governance constructs (e.g., AWS Organizations

including OUs and SCPs).

● Strong understanding and experience with IAM, including roles and policies.

● Strong understanding and experience with cloud access control & security mechanisms

(e.g., ACL, Security Groups, VPCs).

● Strong knowledge of application development, cloud networking concepts, systems

engineering, and network engineering to develop security requirements and best

practices, enterprise risk assessment methodologies

● Strong experience with Terraform.

● Strong experience with Wiz.

● Experience with CI/CD pipeline tooling (Artifactory/ECR, Github Actions)

● Able to show initiative and translate business requirements and needs into technical,

secure solutions.

● Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate complex security

concepts clearly and concisely

● Experience with other cloud providers such as GCP, Azure, OC