Software Developer - Embedded Jobs in San Francisco, CA

An Embedded Software Developer is a specialist in the technology industry who develops and optimizes embedded software systems. These professionals work with systems that are designed for specific functions or tasks within larger system frameworks - often hardware systems. Their responsibilities include designing, coding, and testing embedded software, as well as debugging and improving existing systems. This role requires a deep understanding of system architecture, programming, and hardware-software integration. They contribute to the development and improvement of devices technology that range from mobile devices to large home appliances and industrial equipment.

Key skills for an Embedded Software Developer include proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, and Python, knowledge of real-time operating systems, and familiarity with microcontroller programming. They should also possess strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is usually required. Certifications such as Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) or Microsoft Certified: Azure IoT Developer Specialty can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Embedded Software Developer, individuals might have roles such as Software Engineer, Systems Analyst, or Hardware Engineer.

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Electric-Vehicle Embedded Software Engineer Embedded Linux Foster City, CA

  • Foster City, CA (17 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Foster City, CA (17 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation Qaulifications 5+ years of experience and a Bachelor's or 4+ years and a Master's degree in computer...

Embedded Systems Engineer

  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Experience with software engineering concepts and the software development life cycle (requirements, design, implementation, test, support, and coding standards)....

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

  • Alameda, CA (7 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (7 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Minimum 5 years of experience in applications programming and/or software development of embedded systems for safety critical products....

Embedded Software Engineer

  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 days ago

About the Role Doma's first product utilizes an automotive-style messaging bus to coordinate multiple microcontrollers running real time operating systems and a Linux-based SoM providing user and network-facing...

Embedded Software Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago

Write clean, efficient Python and C++ code for mission-critical systems. Build real-time, high-reliability software for space applications....

Sr Principal, Firmware Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago

The successful candidate should have a solid background in embedded systems firmware, digital logic and micro-controller systems....

Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Huntsville, AL

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 16 days ago

Description SAIC is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test systems for the MLRS (Multiple Launch...

Embedded Engineer

  • San Carlos, CA (21 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Carlos, CA (21 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Familiarity with communication protocols such as USB, I2C, SPI, UART, RS485, etc. Proven track record in bare metal embedded systems....

Staff Firmware Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 17 days ago

systems, deployed on 1M+ devices The range of annual base salary for full-time employees for this position is below....

Embedded Systems Engineer V

  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Experience with microcontrollers and Zephyr Real-Time Operating System (RTOS). Excellent communication and technical writing skills....

Embedded Software Engineer

  • South San Francisco, CA (8 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (8 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 20 days ago

and microcontroller architecture Experience working with real-time operating systems Systems Integration experience (sensor integration, actuator control, power control, etc.)...

Embedded Software Engineer - Embedded Linux

  • Foster City, CA (17 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Foster City, CA (17 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 24 days ago

development cycle including prototyping, requirements capture, design, implementation, and validation Qaulifications 5+ years of experience and a Bachelors or 4+ years and a Masters degree in computer...

Staff Firmware Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 25 days ago

C and C++ Comfortable in Python Experience with FreeRTOS Breadth of technology experience including multiple embedded platforms An understanding of common hardware peripherals and interfaces Bonus...

Senior Systems Firmware Engineer, Connectivity

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 27 days ago

systems....

Firmware Engineer

  • San Bruno, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • San Bruno, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 29 days ago

Strong expertise in C programming for embedded systems, with a solid grasp of memory management and real-time operating system principles....

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Software Developer - Embeddeds in San Francisco, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.4%
Master's Degree
40.2%
Associate's Degree
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
High School or GED
1.3%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%



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