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Senior Automotive Embedded Systems Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Embedded Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$116K - $152K/yr

Senior Embedded Engineer Location: Troy, MI (Day 1 Onsite) Experience: 10+ Years We are looking for ... Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for automotive systems . * Develop security-focused ...

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Sr. Embedded Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$150K - $220K/yr

About the role As a senior embedded systems engineer, you will bring automotive-grade embedded engineering discipline to a greenfield product environment, owning firmware from architecture through ...

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How much do senior automotive embedded systems jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior automotive embedded systems in the United States is $144,773.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $124,000.00 and $162,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Automotive Embedded Systems vs Automotive Software Engineer?

AspectSenior Automotive Embedded SystemsAutomotive Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science; experience with embedded systemsBachelor's/Master's in Software Engineering, Computer Science; programming skills
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing embedded hardware/software in automotive settingsDeveloping automotive software applications and algorithms
Employer & Industry UsageAutomotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, embedded system companiesAutomotive OEMs, software firms, embedded system developers

While both roles involve automotive technology, Senior Automotive Embedded Systems focus on designing and integrating embedded hardware and firmware, whereas Automotive Software Engineers primarily develop software applications for automotive systems. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and technical focus.

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Infographic showing various Senior Automotive Embedded Systems job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $144,773 per year, or $69.6 per hour.

Senior Embedded Engineer

Javen Technologies, Inc

Troy, MI • On-site

$116K - $152K/yr

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Job Title: Senior Embedded Engineer
Location: Troy, MI (Day 1 Onsite)
Experience: 10+ Years

Job Description

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Embedded Engineer to join our automotive engineering team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded software development, automotive cybersecurity, and AUTOSAR-based systems. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and integrating secure firmware and middleware solutions for automotive platforms while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and customers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for automotive systems.
  • Develop security-focused firmware and middleware solutions with expertise in AUTOSAR, including Crypto Driver and security modules.
  • Build and enhance automotive security applications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Perform system-level software design, integration, debugging, and root cause analysis for complex embedded systems.
  • Define and contribute to software architecture, ensuring scalable, reliable, and secure solutions.
  • Collaborate directly with customers to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and resolve technical issues.
  • Work closely with global engineering teams to deliver high-quality automotive software solutions.
  • Be willing to travel to India for initial project onboarding and training, if required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in embedded software development, preferably in the automotive domain.
  • Strong expertise in AUTOSAR, including Crypto Driver and automotive security components.
  • Hands-on experience with firmware and middleware development.
  • Strong knowledge of automotive embedded systems and system-level software development.
  • Excellent debugging, troubleshooting, and software architecture skills.
  • Experience with embedded C/C++ and automotive communication protocols is preferred.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively in customer-facing environments.
  • Willingness to travel internationally for project onboarding and training as needed.