Embedded Software Engineer

About the position

Our client is looking for experienced Embedded Software Engineers to join their team in El Segundo, California. This is a full-time, on-site position, requiring attendance five days per week. Engineers in this role will contribute to the development of innovative custom hardware and low-level embedded systems. Our client is hiring 3 to 5 engineers at varying experience levels—with an emphasis on solid individual contributors who thrive in hands-on environments.

Responsibilities

• Write embedded firmware for aerial and robotics platforms
• Support and lead bring-up of new printed circuit boards (PCBs)
• Serve as the responsible firmware engineer on assigned hardware projects

Requirements

• 3 to 10 years of experience in embedded systems development
• Proficiency in C and experience with bare-metal programming
• Hands-on experience with new board bring-up and debugging (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)
• Experience using Git and building CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems
• Familiarity with embedded protocols such as I2C, SPI, CAN BUS, and custom protocol design
• Experience with STM microcontrollers (STMicroelectronics)
• Understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals (Ohm’s Law, board-level circuit analysis)
• Ability to write clear, detailed software requirement documentation
• Previous experience in fast-paced, iterative hardware environments (e.g., consumer electronics, toys)
• Personal or side projects that demonstrate creativity and depth in embedded systems

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with FPV drone software: ELRS, BetaFlight, BLHeli, or BlueJay
• Familiarity with schematic capture, PCB layout, and microsoldering
• Knowledge of sub-frame latency video compression and embedded wireless technologies

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• On-site work environment in El Segundo, California
• Salary range of $130,000 – $200,000 per year