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Senior Embedded Controls Engineer Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Embedded Firmware Engineer III

Cary, NC · On-site

$125K - $140K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer III Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Embedded Firmware ... You'll play a key role in developing battery management systems, lighting controls, wireless ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer III

Cary, NC · On-site

$101K - $138K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer III Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Embedded Firmware ... You'll play a key role in developing battery management systems, lighting controls, wireless ...

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How much do senior embedded controls engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior embedded controls engineer in Raleigh, NC is $140,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,500.00 and $158,000.00 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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Software Engineer - Controls Embedded Technology

Durham, NC • On-site

Flexgen
Clean Energy Semiconductors Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees

$127K - $167K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

About FlexGen
Based in Durham, N.C., FlexGen is an innovative software and services provider in the global energy storage sector. At the forefront of the energy transition, FlexGen leverages decades of engineering and software expertise to help shape the future of sustainable power both in the United States and globally. FlexGen's HybridOS™ software seamlessly integrates with any hardware vendor and with both traditional and renewable power sources. Our advanced analytics and AI-driven insights enable energy storage owners to effectively deploy diverse power market strategies and integrate various generation forms, enhancing grid stability and increasing economic returns. With 1.5M hours of runtime and 8 GWh of energy storage systems managed with HybridOS™, FlexGen provides field-tested software and services solutions that are trusted by the most technically and commercially demanding developers, utilities, government agencies, and industrial companies in the world.
Position Description:
This position offers a unique opportunity to apply your software engineering skills in a high-impact environment, combining the excitement of a tech startup with the stability and purpose of the energy sector. If you're looking to move beyond traditional software roles and make a tangible difference in the world, FlexGen is the place for you.
Major Job Responsibilities:
  • Develop software that integrates with and controls physical power generation devices
  • Design and implement software solutions with deterministic timing and safety requirements
  • Take ownership of development work, driving projects from initial concept through implementation, testing, and release
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into efficient, reliable code
  • Optimize software performance for embedded systems and real-time applications
  • Participate in code reviews, ensuring high-quality, maintainable code
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues in both development and production environments
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in embedded systems and clean energy

Position Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Minimum of four (4) years of work experience in software development in a power systems, energy storage, or related field
  • Experience with embedded systems or real-time software development
  • Utilize AI-driven tools and workflows to streamline processes, automate tasks, and improve overall performance
  • Experience working in Agile development environment
    • Preferred Qualifications:
    • C++ (primary language)
    • Go
    • Linux operating systems
    • Containerization technologies (e.g., Docker)
    • Git and CI/CD pipelines
    • TCP/IP networking fundamentals
    • Experience with power systems, grid-connected assets, or energy storage systems

FlexGen provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, FlexGen complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
FlexGen expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
To the extent permitted by law, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.