Embedded Software Engineer

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Burlingame, CA - Onsite

Duration: 12 Months Contract (W2 Only, potential extension)

We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to help develop and enhance software powering next-generation consumer electronic devices. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative products that combine hardware and software to create intuitive user experiences.

The ideal candidate will have experience developing software for embedded systems, troubleshooting complex technical issues, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality products throughout the development lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).

2–6 years of software development experience.

At least 1 year of experience programming in C++ or Java.

At least 1 year of experience working with embedded systems.

Experience developing software for consumer electronics, connected devices, IoT products, wearables, mobile devices, or similar hardware platforms.

Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Strong understanding of software development fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Python development.

Experience working in Linux-based embedded environments.

Familiarity with real-time or resource-constrained systems.

Experience with device connectivity technologies such as Bluetooth or wireless communication protocols.

Background supporting audio, multimedia, or low-level system software.

Experience working through the full product development lifecycle from concept to release.

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain software for embedded systems and connected devices.

Implement new features and enhancements for existing products.

Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and performance issues.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, test, and product engineering.

Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following software engineering best practices.

Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.

Contribute to future product development initiatives and platform improvements.

Create and maintain technical documentation, configuration guides, and development procedures.

Support product validation, testing, and deployment activities.