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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer - **Company:** Actalent - **Location:** Torrance, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $93,600.0 - $208,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Embedded C, Embedded Software, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Real Time Systems, Safety Critical Systems, Integration Tests, Hardware Infrastructure - **Published:** July 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gesqf1 ## About the Role + Experience working through at least three complete product lifecycles, typically requiring a minimum of 10 years of relevant embedded software experience. + Strong background in embedded software development and verification for aerospace, defense, aviation, or avionics applications. + Hands-on experience with DO-178 processes and RTCA standards for safety-critical avionics software. + Proficiency in embedded C and embedded C++ programming for real-time systems. + Experience with digital signal processors (DSPs), including motor control and power electronics applications. + Knowledge of power electronics, motor control, and high-power systems, particularly in water and waste-related products or similar domains. + Experience working with sensors, motorized valves, and other embedded system components. + Ability to perform verification and testing using shell scripting and automated setups in a Windows environment. + Strong exposure to embedded systems and software across the entire lifecycle, including rigorous testing and documentation. + Ability to produce and maintain heavy, detailed documentation to support compliance and certification activities. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with the TMS family of digital signal processors (DSPs) from Texas Instruments; any TMS variant is acceptable. + Basic to intermediate understanding of PowerShell or other shell scripting languages for automation and verification. + experience in aerospace and defense (A&D), space applications, or similarly regulated, safety-critical industries. + Experience working within environments that require rigorous testing, traceability, and structured lifecycle processes. + Familiarity with high-power systems and water or waste product applications is beneficial. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex embedded systems. + Attention to detail and commitment to thorough documentation and quality practices. + Ability to work independently within a collaborative engineering team and adapt to evolving project requirements. ## Description The Embedded Software Engineer will verify, test, integrate, and develop embedded software for high-power, safety-critical systems in aerospace, defense, aviation, and related applications. This role focuses on full product lifecycle development, code upgrades, and development testing, with significant involvement in verification activities using shell scripting and automated test setups in a Windows environment. Responsibilities + Verify and validate embedded software functionality using structured test plans, automated setups, and shell scripting in a Windows environment. + Perform integration testing of embedded software with hardware components, including sensors, motorized valves, and power electronics. + Develop, upgrade, and maintain embedded C and C++ code for digital signal processors (DSPs), motor control systems, and high-power applications. + Execute development testing to ensure software quality, reliability, and compliance with rigorous aerospace, defense, aviation, and avionics standards. + Apply DO-178 and RTCA processes and guidelines in the design, development, verification, and documentation of avionics software. + Contribute to the full product lifecycle across multiple releases, from initial design and coding through integration, verification, and ongoing maintenance. + Create and maintain detailed technical documentation to support certification, audits, and internal quality processes. + Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams in a production environment to resolve issues and optimize system performance. + Participate in continuous improvement of verification setups, automation scripts, and testing methodologies. + Support long-term projects with an emphasis on rigorous testing, traceability, and documentation throughout the software lifecycle. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [MCP doesn’t suck — your agent does](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100202-mcp-doesn-t-suck-your-agent-does) - [Let's Talk Quality! - Lilia Gargouri](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1815-let-s-talk-quality-lilia-gargouri) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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