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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Embedded Software Engineer - Hardware/Software Integration (2026-087) - **Company:** Astronics Corporation - **Location:** Kirkland, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $102,687.0 - $154,031.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Board Bringup, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Software Design Documents, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, StarTeam, Scripting, Information Technology, Bare Metal, Codebase, Tools for Reporting, DO-178B, Polarion - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3307895906&tx=IT878TYI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science , or a related field., * Typically 5+ years of hands-on experience developing and troubleshooting embedded software for resource-constrained systems (e.g., bare metal or RTOS-based, embedded Linux on SoCs, power electronics controllers, or similar). * Proven experience with hardware/software integratio n, including: * Working directly on target hardware (board bring-up, driver debugging, HW interaction) * Using lab instruments (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers) to debug and characterize system behavior * Proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded systems; experience with Python or similar scripting language for test automation or tooling is a plus. * Experience debugging and optimizing existing codebases in a production or field-support context. * Working knowledge of RTCA DO-178C required. * Familiarity with software configuration management and problem reporting tools (e.g., StarTeam, Polarion, or similar). * Knowledge of communication interfaces/protocols such as UART, RS-485, ARINC 429 is a plus. * Embedded Linux experience and familiarity with device trees are desired. Soft Skills * Ability to analyze and resolve complex embedded software and system integration issues with sound technical judgment. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Comfortable working in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams (Systems, Hardware, Test, Product Support). * Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring within software projects is preferred. ## Description In this role, you will support embedded software for aircraft products currently in production , with a strong emphasis on: * HW/SW integration and verification on target hardware * Root-cause analysis of field and production issues * Design and implementation of embedded software improvements You will collaborate closely with Product Support, Electrical, Systems, and Test Engineering to ensure our products meet performance, reliability, and regulatory requirements. This position requires a solid understanding of how embedded software interacts with hardware, and how design decisions affect product quality, manufacturability, and cost., * Develop, modify, and maintain embedded software for production aircraft power systems (resource-constrained environments). * Integrate and test software on actual hardware : bring-up boards, run diagnostics, and validate functionality using lab equipment. * Investigate and resolve field and production issues , including: * Reproducing issues on hardware * Performing root-cause analysis across HW/SW boundaries * Implementing and verifying corrective actions * Perform and evaluate software design changes and conduct verification testing associated with design updates. * Develop software artifacts compliant with RTCA DO-178C processes (Level D). * Review and update software requirements, architecture, design documents, and verification test plans/procedures . * Serve as a subject matter expert for specific embedded software components across multiple products. * Participate in peer reviews with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders. * Provide accurate task estimates and status updates to support project planning and customer commitments. * Document root cause analyses, corrective actions, and engineering change justifications for internal and customer-facing audiences. * Proactively identify and implement improvements to software development and integration processes , leveraging industry best practices. ## Related Videos - [Getting to Know Your Legacy (System) with AI-Driven Software Archeology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1437-getting-to-know-your-legacy-system-with-ai-driven-software-archeology) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Why your codebase lies to AI?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100281-why-your-codebase-lies-to-ai) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [Refactoring in the Age of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100223-refactoring-in-the-age-of-ai) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)