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Tata Technologies

FreeRTOS Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$149K - $197K/yr

Automotive Embedded Systems Role Summary We are seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer with strong expertise in FreeRTOS/bare-metal development to support next-generation automotive ECU ...

matchsource llc

Embedded Systems Engineer

Elmhurst, IL · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Work with senior engineers to implement scalable system architecture and modular functional blocks ... Embedded integration with cloud, smart home, or server back end infrastructures is a plus

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

As of Jul 10, 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.
Embedded Systems Engineer - Autonomous Vehicles

Embedded Systems Engineer - Autonomous Vehicles

ISEE

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

The hardware team at ISEE is seeking a detail oriented senior lead embedded systems engineer to both lead and execute embedded software development. This role has critical responsibilities in safety critical software development as well as bridging the gap between hardware and higher level software systems.

Role responsibilities include:
- Development, verification and maintenance of embedded software for autonomous vehicle ECUs, sensors, actuators and safety systems.

Qualifications
-Bachelor/Master Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
-Experience with embedded development in automotive or robotics domains
-Proficiency in embedded C
-Passionate about self-driving vehicles and robotics
-Excellent communication skills
-Experience with safety critical system design

Preferred
-5+ years of experience
-Experience with Automotive CAN J1939
-Experience with Nvidia Jetson Orin or Nvidia Drive platforms
-Experience with Matlab/Simulink ecosystem
-Familiarity with functional safety, e.g. ISO 26262

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