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Vice President Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Actalent

Embedded Software Engineer

Rolling Meadows, IL

$132K - $174K/yr

Embedded Software Engineer This Embedded Software Engineer role supports mission‑critical RF programs in a lab‑based engineering environment in Rolling Meadows, IL. You will design, develop, and ...

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ITW Avery Weigh-Tronix

Embedded Software Engineer

IL

$135K - $178K/yr

The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing, and support of embedded software solutions for both existing and new products, including new hardware bring-up, low ...

Wabtec

Embedded Software Engineer III

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$134K - $177K/yr

Reporting to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor, you will design and develop embedded software-based products, contribute to product development, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Wabtec

Embedded Software Engineer III

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$134K - $177K/yr

Reporting to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor, you will design and develop embedded software-based products, contribute to product development, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Wabtec

Embedded Software Engineer III

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$134K - $177K/yr

Reporting to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor, you will design and develop embedded software-based products, contribute to product development, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for vice president embedded software engineer in Chicago, IL is $158,007.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $135,500.00 and $178,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Vice President Embedded Software Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, 42% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $158,007 per year, or $76 per hour.

Embedded Software Engineer

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Buffalo Grove, IL • On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Title: Embedded Software Engineer
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
Shift: 1st Shift
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $90,000–$110,000 per year
Comprehensive Benefits Package

Sterling Engineering is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer for a global engineering and manufacturing organization developing next-generation embedded control systems used in advanced transportation applications. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on highly visible new product development projects while designing real-time embedded software that powers critical electromechanical systems. If you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and seeing your work move from concept to production, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for controllers, sensors, and intelligent electromechanical products
  • Develop software architecture and embedded control solutions from concept through production launch
  • Optimize software performance, reliability, manufacturability, and overall system functionality
  • Participate in new product development activities using APQP and Stage-Gate methodologies
  • Perform software validation, verification, and system integration testing
  • Lead or support root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and corrective actions for embedded software and electrical systems
  • Evaluate customer specifications and develop scalable embedded software solutions
Qualifications
  • Must have Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
  • Must have 6+ years of embedded software development experience
  • Strong experience developing embedded systems using C/C++, Linux, and RTOS environments
  • Experience with Python, C#, JavaScript, HTML, or React
  • Experience with embedded architecture, system integration, and performance optimization
  • Knowledge of embedded debugging tools and real-time software development
  • Knowledge of embedded controllers, sensors, and electromechanical systems
  • Experience with APQP, DFMEA, Root Cause Analysis (8D), and product development processes
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.