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Principal Embedded Software Engineer

CircuitHire
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 1/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Embedded Software Engineer position at CircuitHire?

A fast growing avionics and defense company seeking Embedded Software Engineers to join their talented team in Los Angeles.


The company has an impressive reputation for building best-in-class products used across both commercial and defense-related applications. They are currently in a key growth phase driven by continued success and are hiring engineers at principal and lead-level.


You will contribute to all areas of Embedded Systems Software, including drivers, BSP, platform customization, ARM architectures, networking, and security. You will also have a chance to lead projects and support other engineers through the development process for next gen products or advanced R&D initiatives.


Required Experience:

  • Proficiency in C/C programming
  • Strong understanding of Embedded Linux, ideally at both kernel and user space levels
  • Knowledge of ARM architectures
  • Understanding of Ethernet/network protocols
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline


Salary Range: $180k–$250k base salary, plus bonus


If you’re interested in working on cutting-edge technology within a fast-growing, engineering-first company, apply now!


Note: Successful candidates must be U.S. citizens due to government contract requirements.

Salary : $180,000 - $250,000

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