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Senior Embedded Controls Engineer Jobs in Somerville, MA

10Beauty

Senior Embedded Test Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

They are seeking a Senior Embedded Test Engineer to establish and lead quality engineering and automated testing infrastructure, ensuring new features do not negatively impact existing functionality.

Formlabs

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Somerville, MA · On-site +1

$135K - $177K/yr

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer for our Embedded team with a user focused mindset and strong technical background. Our embedded team is the essential component that ties ...

MedAcuity

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Westford, MA · Hybrid

$128K - $170K/yr

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with us, you will be responsible for managing and facilitating the proper design and implementation of complex software and software / hardware integrated ...

Symbotic

Senior Embedded Engineer, Safety

Andover, MA · On-site

$120 - $165/hr

USA Andover, MA Senior Embedded Engineer, Safety Overview We are looking for a Senior Functional Safety Software Engineer to join our Functional Safety Software team within our Software Engineering ...

Formlabs

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Somerville, MA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer for our Embedded team with a user focused mindset and strong technical background. Our embedded team is the essential component that ties ...

Shoptalk

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Somerville, MA · On-site

$145 - $170/hr

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer for our Embedded team with a user focused mindset and strong technical background. Our embedded team is the essential component that ties ...

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

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior embedded controls engineer in Somerville, MA is $157,989.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $135,300.00 and $177,300.00 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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Infographic showing various Senior Embedded Controls Engineer job openings in Somerville, MA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% In-person, and 16% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $157,989 per year, or $76 per hour.

Engineer: Sr. Embedded Firmware Engineer (Rust and C)

Nanobiosym

Cambridge, MA • On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description


Job Title: Sr. Embedded Firmware Engineer (Rust and C)
Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Sr. embedded firmware engineer with a strong background in Rust to help re-design and port existing firmware into Rust. This role focuses on designing for manufacture and scale secure, high-performance firmware for ARM CortexM and other microcontrollers while implementing hardware abstraction layers and ensuring robust board bringup for novel platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Firmware Architecture & Security:

    • Assist in designing and implementing a secure firmware architecture with robust secure update mechanisms.

    • Develop and integrate secure firmware modules leveraging best practices and industry standards.

  • Hardware Abstraction and Peripheral Integration:

    • Implement HALs and drivers for unsupported peripherals and features.

    • Port or integrate lowlevel drivers for Bluetooth, cellular, and other communication modules.

  • System Bring-Up & Application Code:

    • Contribute to board bringup tasks using Rust.

    • Develop firmware application code and new Rust crates for unsupported SoCs as needed.

  • Rapid Prototyping & UI Framework Selection and bring products to market:

    • Evaluate and select an embedded GUI framework that supports rapid prototyping for UI needs. As well as late stage development to DFM and transition product to scale and final product launch

  • Collaboration & Documentation:

    • Work closely and communicate clearly with team to document designs, review code, and ensure compliance with security and performance guidelines.

Qualifications:

  • Essential:

    • Proven expertise with highperformance ARM CortexM and other microcontrollers.

    • Extensive experience with baremetal programming and embedded systems.

    • Demonstrated experience designing and developing secure firmware.

    • Proficiency in Rust, particularly in board bringup and lowlevel hardware interaction.

  • Preferred:

    • Familiarity with the Rust embassy framework.

    • Handson experience with Arm TrustZone.

    • Experience in writing Rust crates for unsupported SoCs.

    • Solid understanding of secure firmware update protocols and architecture.

    • Experience with medical device compliance and documentation as per FDA and ISO13485 standards
    • PhD or MS / ME in EECS

What We Offer:

  • An innovative work environment tackling challenging embedded systems projects.

  • Opportunities for professional growth in secure firmware development and advanced embedded technologies.

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.


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