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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Real
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/3/2025 CLOSED ON 12/16/2025

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Industry-Leading Medical Device OEM

Location: Greater Chicago Area

Compensation: Up to $170k Total Comp Money Purchase Plan

About Us: Join an established medical device OEM in the Greater Chicago Area looking to hire a senior embedded software engineer to serve as technical lead for new product development across a suite of class II medical devices. They are open to candidates from various regulated industries with strong background in RTOS and UI development. The role is hybrid and includes a competitive bonus and money purchase.

Position: Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Responsibilities:

  • Develop embedded software for Class II medical devices
  • Collaborate closely with electrical and systems engineers to integrate software with microprocessor-based hardware
  • Ensure compliance with requirements management and traceability
  • Contribute to design verification, validation, & traceability
  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers in embedded RTOS & UI development

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Software, Computer, or Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • 5 years of experience designing and implementing complex embedded software for medical devices
  • Proficiency in C, C , and Python
  • Demonstrated knowledge of real time operating systems, networking, and serial communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, RS232, RS485)
  • Strong experience with UI development
  • Knowledge & application of global medical device requirements and UL standards preferred

If you are a seasoned embedded software engineer with a passion for medical technology and a desire to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Desired Skills and Experience

C, C , Python, Real Time Operating Systems, UI Development, Serial Communication Protocols, IEC 62304

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.


To find out more about Real, please visit www.realstaffing.com

Salary : $130,000 - $140,000

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