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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer - **Company:** Xtend Inc - **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Board Bringup, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Hardware Design, Hardware Interface Design, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Rapid Prototyping Process, Software Tools, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, System Integration Testing, Systems Integration, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Serial Peripheral Interface, PIC Microcontroller, Real Time Systems, Hardware Testing, Software Troubleshooting, Git, Information Technology, Hardware Infrastructure - **Published:** June 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ebe30c7c1587cc2e ## About the Role Do you have experience in Troubleshooting electrical systems?, Education - B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline. Experience - 3+ years of hands-on experience in embedded software or firmware development. Embedded Programming - Strong experience developing embedded software in C. Hardware Integration - Experience debugging and integrating software directly on hardware platforms. Communication Protocols - Experience implementing or troubleshooting embedded communication protocols such as I2C, UART, SPI, GPIO, or similar interfaces. Microcontrollers - Experience working with STM ARM microcontrollers or similar embedded processor platforms. Debugging Tools - Proficiency using oscilloscopes and other bench-level debugging tools to troubleshoot embedded systems, PCBs, and hardware interfaces. Schematics & Board-Level Understanding - Ability to read schematics, understand board-level design intent, and support hardware/software troubleshooting. Hands-On Engineering - Comfortable working directly with hardware, prototypes, production systems, and fielded equipment. Team Collaboration - Strong communication skills with the ability to work across embedded software, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, production, and field support teams. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with C++ and/or Python. * Experience with Linux kernel development or embedded Linux environments. * Familiarity with ROS2. * Experience using Git or similar software configuration management tools. * Experience with drone systems, robotics, autonomous systems, aerospace systems, or defense-related products. * Experience supporting prototype builds, production environments, or fielded hardware systems. * Familiarity with real-time systems, sensor integration, payload control, or communication modules. ## Description This role focuses on hands-on embedded software and firmware development for tactical UAS platforms, including low-level driver development, hardware/software integration, communication interfaces, and embedded system debugging. The engineer will work closely with electrical, mechanical, software, and production teams to ensure reliable, manufacturable, and field-ready drone systems., Embedded Software & Firmware Development * Develop, maintain, and improve embedded software and firmware for autonomous drone systems using C, with occasional support using C++ and Python. Hardware / Software Integration * Work directly with hardware components, embedded processors, co-processors, sensors, payload interfaces, and peripheral devices to ensure reliable system-level integration. Low-Level Driver Development * Develop and support low-level drivers and communication interfaces, including I2C, UART, SPI, GPIO, and other embedded hardware protocols. Microcontroller Development * Support embedded development on STM ARM microcontroller-based platforms, including firmware implementation, debugging, and hardware bring-up. System Integration Support * Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, and production teams during prototype development, system integration, and production troubleshooting. Debugging & Troubleshooting * Troubleshoot firmware, hardware, PCB, and interface-level issues using engineering tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, debuggers, and schematics. Core Operating System Support * Contribute to the development and refinement of XTEND's embedded software architecture and core operating environment for drone and payload systems. Testing & Validation * Support bench testing, hardware-in-the-loop testing, system integration testing, and field validation of embedded systems. Documentation * Develop and maintain embedded software documentation, interface descriptions, test procedures, troubleshooting guides, and integration notes. ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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