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Senior Embedded Controls Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

MSI Express, Inc.

Senior Controls Engineer

Portage, IN · On-site

$89K - $117.40K/yr

The Senior Controls Engineer is expected to provide strategic direction in the selection and deployment of automation technologies, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation in controls ...

Aegis Worldwide

Sr. Controls Engineer

Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site

$95.80K - $126.40K/yr

Sr. Controls Engineer ? Elk Grove Village, IL ? $100,000 - $140,000 + Benefits ? Full-Time | Onsite We are seeking a highly motivated Sr. Controls Engineer to join an innovative engineering team ...

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Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$122.40K - $160.40K/yr

The Senior Embedded Software Engineer owns the full lifecycle of embedded microcontroller software development for new and existing products. This role requires technical ownership of complete ...

RF Ideas

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

Schaumburg, IL · On-site +1

$122.40K - $160.40K/yr

The Senior Embedded Software Engineer owns the full lifecycle of embedded microcontroller software development for new and existing products. This role requires technical ownership of complete ...

Infleqtion

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$127.70K - $167.40K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY Within Infleqtion's Computing Product Group (CPG), the Hardware Engineering Team is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own and deliver high‑performance embedded and ...

ColdQuanta

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$127.80K - $167.50K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY Within Infleqtion's Computing Product Group (CPG), the Hardware Engineering Team is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own and deliver high‑performance embedded and ...

Infleqtion

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Chicago, IL

$127.70K - $167.40K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY Within Infleqtion's Computing Product Group (CPG), the Hardware Engineering Team is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own and deliver highperformance embedded and ...

Automationtechies

Sr. Controls Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$99.90K - $131.90K/yr

Sr. Controls Engineer - Take Your Career to the Next Level! Are you ready to lead innovative automation projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Our client, a thriving systems integrator in the ...

Shure

Engineer Sr, Embedded Systems Development

Niles, IL · Hybrid

$113.30K - $181.30K/yr

As a Senior Embedded Software Development Engineer, you will work in the Product Development Division designing, implementing, testing, and integrating real time, multitasking software for Shure ...

Shure

Engineer Sr, Embedded Systems Development

Niles, IL · Hybrid

$113.30K - $181.30K/yr

As a Senior Embedded Software Development Engineer, you will work in the Product Development Division designing, implementing, testing, and integrating real time, multitasking software for Shure ...

Shure

Engineer Sr, Embedded Systems Development

Niles, IL · Hybrid

$113.30K - $181.30K/yr

As a Senior Embedded Software Development Engineer, you will work in the Product Development Division designing, implementing, testing, and integrating real time, multitasking software for Shure ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior embedded controls engineer in Chicago, IL is $149,138.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,700.00 and $167,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Embedded Controls Engineer vs Embedded Software Engineer?

AspectSenior Embedded Controls EngineerEmbedded Software Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering; experience in controls systemsBachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing embedded control systems in industrial, automotive, or robotics sectorsDeveloping software for embedded devices across various industries
Industry UsageAutomotive, manufacturing, robotics, aerospaceConsumer electronics, IoT devices, automotive, industrial automation

The Senior Embedded Controls Engineer focuses on designing and implementing control algorithms for embedded systems, often requiring knowledge of hardware integration and control theory. In contrast, Embedded Software Engineers primarily develop software for embedded devices, emphasizing coding, debugging, and software architecture. Both roles require embedded systems knowledge but differ in their core responsibilities and industry applications.

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Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

Excel Talent Solutions

Chicago, IL • On-site

$127.70K - $167.40K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

11th May, 2026
Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Our client cannot sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.
Location: Remote OR Hybrid reporting to office in Chicago area.
We are seeking senior engineers with wireless technology experience to join the embedded software development team.
As a Senior Embedded Software Development Engineer, you will work in the Product Development Division designing, implementing, testing, and integrating real time, multitasking software for wireless products. This role will work on architecture and design work as well as interacting with other engineering disciplines within the organization.
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop and test embedded software and associated components that are part of a software and hardware system for audio products.
  • Development can consist of wireless protocols. hardware drivers, embedded software applications, audio and control networking and other networking protocols and related areas using C++ and C as the primary programming languages.
  • Work as part of a cross-functional development team on product architecture as well as the software design implementation cutting edge audio products and technologies
  • Estimate, organize, and document tasks
  • Practice established software development methodologies and principles focusing on software architecture and design.
  • Model designs using UML or similar methodologies as appropriate; develop use cases to model real-time systems behavior
  • Review the design and code developed by peer engineers. Engage in unit, integration and testing of software components and systems.
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Electrical Engineering; MS a plus
  • 5 or more years of requisite experience
  • Specific experience with wireless technologies desired, including Wifi, Bluetooth or other protocols
  • Demonstrated skills in C++ and/or C with object-oriented design, analysis and programming.
  • Experience using and designing software with networking protocols - Ethernet, IP, TCP/UDP as well as exposure to network security and protocols a plus.
  • Understanding of operating system concepts, embedded software development environment and tools for real-time embedded operating systems (RTOS), such as Embedded Linux, FreeRTOS or VxWorks.
  • Experience with embedded system architectures, development environments and debugging.
  • Hardware Driver development and hardware debugging exposure a plus
  • Experience with software version control and release
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to analyze complex interdependent variables
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment
  • Quality consciousness

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