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Embedded Engineer

ExecutivePlacements.com
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026 CLOSED ON 2/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Embedded Engineer position at ExecutivePlacements.com?

Job Title: Embedded Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Engineer to develop and optimize embedded software for compute platforms used in autonomous vehicles. This role involves working with cutting-edge technology in a high-visibility team, contributing to the firmware and hardware development of products that advance the future of autonomous driving.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize embedded software for compute platforms used in autonomous vehicles, including ADAS ECUs, sensors, perception modules, and central compute units.
  • Design and implement Board Support Packages (BSPs), device drivers, and middleware interfaces for cameras, radar, LiDAR, IMU, ECU, and vehicle bus interfaces like CAN and LIN.
  • Support platform bring-up and integration of custom automotive SoCs, collaborating with design services or in-house development teams.
  • Collaborate closely with systems engineers, perception teams, and hardware engineers to deliver robust, real-time software that meets specific system OS development requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with automotive functional safety standards (ISO) and AUTOSAR architecture guidelines.
  • Contribute to safety-critical software development following ASPICE and MISRA-C/C standards.
  • Participate in software integration, unit testing, static analysis, and verification/validation on HIL/SIL platforms.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • 7-10 years of experience in embedded systems development, with at least 3 years in the automotive industry preferred.
  • Proficiency in C or C for real-time embedded systems.
  • Strong experience with embedded Linux and/or real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as QNX, Integrity, or AUTOSAR OS.
  • Experience with vehicle communication protocols: CAN, GMSL, LIN, Ethernet (TSN), FlexRay.
  • Familiarity with hardware bring-up on ARM-based SoCs or automotive-grade processors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in compliance with automotive functional safety standards and AUTOSAR architecture guidelines.
  • Contributing to safety-critical software development following ASPICE and MISRA-C/C standards.

Work Environment

The position requires on-site work, five days a week, either in Bellevue, WA, or the Bay Area. You will work directly with vendors to develop products in a small team setup alongside the hiring manager. This role suits individuals who are comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a long term Contract position based out of Seattle, Washington. Potential to go full-time.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 2025.

Salary : $60 - $75

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