Embedded Engineer
Jobot
Lake Forest, CA
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$110,000–$140,000 Per Year
SKILLS
C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Embedded Linux, Embedded Systems, Environmental Issues, Git, I2C, Legal, Logic Analyzer, Memory Hardware, Mentoring, Microcontroller, Network Connectivity, Operational Improvement, Oscilloscope, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Product Lifecycle, Production Systems, Prototyping, Public Safety, Realtime Operating System, Safety Systems, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Team Lead/Manager, Testing, Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter (UART), Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Lake Forest, CA
POSTED
2 days ago
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tyler May
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Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 per year
A bit about us:
Our client is a technology-driven organization focused on delivering intelligent hardware and software solutions that protect assets, improve operational visibility, and enhance public safety. Their systems combine embedded electronics, wireless connectivity, cloud platforms, and data intelligence to solve real-world problems at scale.
This company partners with major retailers, municipalities, and enterprise customers across North America. Their solutions are deployed in the field, operating in dynamic, high-traffic environments where reliability, durability, and performance matter.
They are growing and investing heavily in next-generation connected devices that integrate edge computing, video, sensors, and cloud-based analytics.
Why join us?
This is an opportunity to get hands-on embedded experience in a real production environment, not just lab prototypes. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to products that operate in the field every day.
You’ll gain exposure to:
- Microcontroller-based firmware development
- Embedded Linux environments
- Wireless and network-connected devices
- Hardware bring-up and board-level debugging
- Full product lifecycle development
This company values mentorship and hands-on learning. You won’t be siloed. You’ll collaborate directly with hardware engineers, senior firmware engineers, and cross-functional teams while building practical skills that accelerate your growth.
If you want to move beyond theory and build embedded systems that ship, this is a strong entry-level platform.
Job Details
Core Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and maintaining embedded firmware for connected devices
- Support board bring-up and hardware validation efforts
- Debug firmware issues in lab environments using standard diagnostic tools
- Contribute to feature implementation under guidance from senior engineers
- Help optimize code for performance, memory, and power efficiency
- Participate in design reviews and code reviews
- Document development work and support testing efforts
Technical Qualifications
- 3 years of experience in embedded systems (internships or academic projects count)
- Proficiency in C or C++
- Understanding of microcontrollers and basic embedded architecture
- Familiarity with common communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, etc.)
- Exposure to RTOS or embedded Linux is a plus
- Basic debugging experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or similar tools
- Familiarity with Git or version control systems
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
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About the Company
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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com