Embedded Software Engineer Jobs

Discover the latest embedded software engineer jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features a curated list of remote, hybrid, and onsite embedded engineering roles in industries such as IoT, automotive, robotics, consumer electronics, healthcare devices, and industrial automation.

ClientMind Recruiting Inc.

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

ClientMind Recruiting Inc.

Greenbelt, Maryland, US
full-time
4d ago
Northrop Grumman

Embedded Software Engineer – Level 3 or 4

Northrop Grumman

McLean, Virginia, US
full-time
3w ago
STR

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

STR

Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time
1w ago
Fairwinds Technologies, L

Embedded Software Engineer (DMV- RemoteWith Travel)

Fairwinds Technologies, L

McLean, Virginia, US
full-time
1mo ago
Tential Solutions

Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Tential Solutions

Annapolis, Maryland, US
contractor
2d ago

Embedded Software Engineer

Illinois Tool Works Inc

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University

Technical Lead - Embedded Software Engineer

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University

Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time
1w ago
Iridium

Embedded Software Engineer III

Iridium

McLean, Virginia, US
full-time
1w ago
Actalent

Embedded Software Engineer

Actalent

Sterling, Virginia, US
contractor
6d ago
Northrop Grumman

Embedded Software Engineer – Level 5 (Secret)

Northrop Grumman

Dulles, Virginia, US
full-time
3w ago
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Embedded Software Engineer Jobs: At a Glance

Insights drawn from the latest openings on this page so you can compare employers, locations, and pay before applying.

Top Companies Hiring

  • Northrop Grumman2 roles
  • ClientMind Recruiting Inc.1 role
  • STR1 role
  • Fairwinds Technologies, L1 role
  • Tential Solutions1 role
  • Illinois Tool Works Inc1 role

Top Locations

  • Virginia, US7 roles
  • Maryland, US2 roles
  • District of Columbia, US1 role

Most listings on this page are on-site or hybrid.

Salary Range Overview

Across 10 listings, advertised pay ranges from USD 55.28 to USD 160k.

Typical band: USD 69k 97k.

Figures reflect employer-disclosed salaries on current openings and may vary by location, experience, and company stage.

Employment Types

  • Full-Time8 roles
  • Contractor2 roles

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Featured Embedded Software Engineer Jobs

Here are some of the latest openings matching this category. Browse the full list above to filter by location, experience, and employment type.

  1. #1Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

    ClientMind Recruiting Inc.Greenbelt, Maryland, USFull-TimePosted Sep 15, 2026

    Senior Embedded Engineer - Greenbelt, MD | Hybrid: 3 days onsite ClientMind Recruiting is seeking a Senior Embedded Engineer for a growing communications technology company. This role offers the opportunity to develop high-performance firmware for advanced microcontroller-based systems while providing technical leaders

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  2. #2Embedded Software Engineer – Level 3 or 4

    Northrop GrummanMcLean, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Aug 25, 2026

    RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time ## Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for gen

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  3. #3Senior Embedded Software Engineer

    STRArlington, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Sep 12, 2026

    The Systems Development Division (SDD) delivers technology advantage into users’ hands by delivering capabilities focused on end-customer needs that function in operationally relevant environments and timeframes. SDD considers the entire lifecycle of the solution, from conceptualization and architecting, through develo

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  4. #4Embedded Software Engineer (DMV- RemoteWith Travel)

    Fairwinds Technologies, LMcLean, Virginia, USFull-TimeUSD 130k–160k / yearPosted Aug 19, 2026

    Embedded Systems Software Engineer Mid to Sr Embedded Software Engineer Location: D.C, Maryland, Virginia- Remote with Travel on occasion to Aberdeen, Maryland Type: Remote (Travel to Aberdeen, Maryland on occasion) About Fairwinds Technologies Fairwinds Technologies is a U.S.-based engineering firm specializing in Sat

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  5. #5Principal Embedded Software Engineer

    Tential SolutionsAnnapolis, Maryland, USContractorPosted Sep 17, 2026

    Our strategic unit with Collins, Connected Aviation Solutions (CAS), provides advanced information management systems, products and services that enable the connected aviation ecosystem by bringing together Collins’ unique breadth of aviation products with our smart digital solutions to help us enhance every aspect of

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  6. #6Embedded Software Engineer

    Illinois Tool Works IncWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 78k–130k / year

    Job Description: Objective of role: The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing, and support of embedded software solutions for both existing and new products, including new hardware bring-up, low-level hardware/software integration, and support of microcontroller-based embedded s

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  7. #7Technical Lead - Embedded Software Engineer

    Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon UniversityArlington, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Sep 8, 2026

    What We Do SEI helps advance software engineering principles and practices and serves as a national resource in software engineering and computer security. SEI works closely with academia, defense and government organizations, and industry to continually improve software-intensive systems. Our core purpose is to help o

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  8. #8Embedded Software Engineer III

    IridiumMcLean, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Sep 8, 2026

    What We’re Looking For: Iridium is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer III to join our Mobile Product Software Engineering Team! As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be responsible for enhancing and sustaining the source code used in our mobile products and associated engineering tools. In this role, you’ll gai

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  9. #9Embedded Software Engineer

    ActalentSterling, Virginia, USContractorUSD 55.28–82.21 / hourPosted Sep 13, 2026

    Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer Job Description This Embedded Software Engineer role focuses on developing and integrating embedded flight software for spacecraft, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, test, and operate systems that must perform reliably in demanding environments. You

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  10. #10Embedded Software Engineer – Level 5 (Secret)

    Northrop GrummanDulles, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Aug 26, 2026

    RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time ## Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for

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About Embedded Software Engineer Jobs

Discover the latest embedded software engineer jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features a curated list of remote, hybrid, and onsite embedded engineering roles in industries such as IoT, automotive, robotics, consumer electronics, healthcare devices, and industrial automation.

Embedded software engineers are in high demand for their expertise in C/C++ programming, firmware development, RTOS, microcontrollers, embedded Linux, and hardware-software integration. Whether you specialize in low-level firmware, device drivers, real-time systems, or edge computing, you’ll find roles that align with your technical skills and experience level.

Our job listings include opportunities for junior, mid-level, and senior embedded engineers, as well as specialized roles in safety-critical systems, automotive ECU development, and IoT platforms. Each job post provides clear details on required skills, hardware platforms, development tools, and application instructions.

We regularly update this page with new embedded software engineer job openings worldwide, helping you stay ahead in your career search. Start exploring today and build innovative systems that power the devices and technologies used around the world.

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