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Principal Embedded Software Engineer

CircuitHire
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/14/2025

CircuitHire is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join a highly successful and fast-growing engineering company based Irvine, CA!


Our client has a stellar reputation for building best-in-class communications products used across both commercial and defense-related applications. They are currently in a key growth phase driven by continued success and customer demand, making this a great time to come on board!


As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will contribute to the complete development lifecycle of next generation communications products and advanced R&D initiatives. You'll participate in all areas of Embedded Systems Software, including networking protocol implementation, device driver development, BSP, platform customization, security encryptions and more.

As a Principal Engineer, you will also be a technical lead on assign projects, make key architecture and design decisions while providing technical guidance to engineers through the development process.


Required Experience:

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


Salary Range: $160k–$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 : $160,000 - $250,000

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