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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Insight Global
- **Location:** Long Beach, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $178,880.0 - $230,880.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Automation of Tests, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Compilers, Communications Protocols, Software Debugging, Linux, Programming Tools, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Architecture, Software Maintenance, Real-Time Operating Systems, Requirements Management, Software Engineering, Subsystems, Systems Integration, Scripting, Software Troubleshooting, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Hardware Infrastructure, Software Coding
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9202541/embedded-software-engineer

## About the Role

Ability to obtain a clearance

Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline experience or 8 years' related relevant work experience

Experience in ADA, C/C++, Python, Java, and equivalent object oriented languages or scripting languages

Experience in Linux, Real-time operating systems, Windows

Experience in Compilers, debuggers, bus or logic analyzers, and other lab / test equipment

Experience in Embedded systems, requirements and traceability, software troubleshooting and root cause analysis

Delivering software integration and test results report

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

Knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and systems.

The ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables.

Knowledge of computing equipment and its operating systems (e.g., Windows, Unix, Linux).

Knowledge of software development and testing tools (e.g., editors, compilers, linkers, desktop simulations, configuration management tools, requirements management tools) capability and usage.

Knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle.

Knowledge of software architecture and design methodologies. Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints.

Knowledge of specification format requirements, guidelines, and change control processes.
Understanding of relationship between specifications/standards and aircraft/product certification systems.

Knowledge of real-time target environments, including processor and network architectures, communication protocols, simulation frameworks and electrical interfaces.

Ability to build, integrate and troubleshoot software components

## Description

This Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, debugging, and maintaining software for embedded devices and systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, safety regulations, and applicable guidelines.

The role involves reviewing and analyzing customer requirements and translating them into effective software designs for embedded applications. The engineer writes and optimizes software code for specialized hardware platforms, integrates embedded software with hardware components, and continuously analyzes system performance to improve efficiency, reliability, and stability.

Additionally, the individual conducts software testing and debugging activities, stays current with emerging technologies, development tools, frameworks, and regulatory changes, and incorporates relevant advancements into product development.

The position also includes monitoring and evaluating the performance of internal and supplier software teams to ensure compliance with project plans, quality expectations, and industry standards, while supporting embedded software project management activities throughout the product lifecycle. The candidate is responsible for authoring their own software integration and test results report as part of their job duties


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