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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Embedded Software Engineer - **Company:** Continental Electronics - **Location:** United States - **Salary:** $190,000.0 - $202,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, JIRA, User Authentication, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, UClibc (C Standard Library), C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Databases, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Network Interface Controllers, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Python (Programming Language), MongoDB, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Radio-Frequency Identification, PCI Express, Role-Based Access Control, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, SQLite, Data Streaming, Subversion, TCP/IP, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, USB, Web Applications, Data Logging, Scripting, Serial Peripheral Interface, ReactJS, Code Comments, Git, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Process Control Systems, Build Tools, Code Restructuring - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f885358b-4ef2-4f68-bde1-2462fd8fbfe1 ## About the Role * 12+ years of embedded software engineering experience, including RF transmission, high-power RF systems, industrial control systems, or comparable mission-critical hardware * BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline; MS preferred * Strong C/C++ experience on Linux and Windows platforms * Experience with SQLite, MongoDB, LMDB, or similar embedded databases, plus scripting with Python, Bash, or similar tools * Experience with TCP/IP, UDP, networking, I2C, custom communication protocols, interface control documents, register-level interfaces, and hardware/software interface definitions * Device driver development for I2C, SPI, UART, USB, PCIe, GPIO, or similar interfaces * Ability to troubleshoot complex hardware/software issues using lab equipment, schematics, board-level interfaces, and lower-level communication protocols * Working knowledge of embedded and networked-system cybersecurity, including DISA STIG hardening guidance, secure coding, authentication, least privilege, secure configuration, update integrity, logging, and compliance-minded development * Experience with Git, SVN, Jira, or similar collaboration and configuration management tools. * Selected candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance issued by the U.S. Government throughout the course of their employment Preferred Qualifications * Experience developing Ignition SCADA applications for industrial control, monitoring, diagnostics, alarming, and HMI workflows * Experience with C#, React, embedded Linux build systems such as Buildroot or OpenEmbedded, automated testing, CI/CD, DevOps, IIoT, distributed control, DSP, PLC logic, servo tuning, NTP, UI/HMI, or web-based control interfaces Please review our benefits here: Life at OSI Pay may range from $190,000 to $202,000 annually The pay range above represents annual base salary only. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as your job level, geographic location, date of hire, experience, job-related knowledge and skills, and education in conjunction with market and business considerations. ## Description * Analyze requirements, interfaces, data flows, register-level behavior, and operating conditions to determine feasible solutions * Develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software for RF transmitter control, monitoring, diagnostics, and communications * Ensure best practices for design documentation, diagrams, code comments, interface notes, and test evidence are implemented * Drive design reviews, project planning, validation, troubleshooting, risk identification, and new product development * Provide technical expertise and leadership on programs, working in collaboration with the Program Manager, to lead the development team to achieve the committed product functionality in the timeline of the agreed contract * Leverage agentic AI coding tools responsibly for development, debugging, test generation, refactoring, and documentation while maintaining human review, traceability, security controls, and protection of proprietary or export-controlled information * Champion & implement cross-team/intra-team collaboration and continuous improvement in product designs and engineering practices, with a mindset for subsystem reuse * Uphold the company's core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork * Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company's Code of Ethics and Conduct * It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem * Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [GitOps for the people](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/461-gitops-for-the-people) - [Prototyping with Hardware and the Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/651-prototyping-with-hardware-and-the-web) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Recruitment Reinvented: Bold strategies and the $10K signing incentive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1068-recruitment-reinvented-bold-strategies-and-the-10k-signing-incentive) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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