SW Embedded Engineer

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Work with a leading global consumer electronics company on innovative imaging and video technologies. This role involves developing applications, drivers, and firmware for advanced image/video compression and processing‑powering features such as camera capture, video calls, and wireless streaming. You'll work on embedded systems and real‑time platforms, leveraging C/C++ for multithreaded programming, debugging, and performance optimization. A strong focus is placed on automated testing using the client’s internal frameworks.

Experience with video codecs and Python integration is a big plus. This is a hands‑on role with significant impact – your contributions will reach millions of users worldwide.

This is a one‑year, W‑2 contract engagement to start, with potential for extension or renewal.

• Develop, test, and maintain firmware and drivers for advanced imaging and video compression features.
• Design and implement real‑time software components using C/C++ on embedded platforms.
• Contribute to automated testing frameworks and provide performance optimization solutions.

• 3+ years of industry experience in embedded systems or firmware development.
• Strong proficiency in C and/or C++.
• Solid understanding of real‑time operating systems (RTOS), multi‑threading, mutexes, semaphores, and concurrent programming.
• Experience working hands‑on with embedded devices and hardware bring‑up.
• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

• Experience with video codecs and compression technologies.
• Familiarity with test frameworks and automated testing practices.
• Excellent problem‑solving, software design, and debugging skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross‑functional engineering teams.

• 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)

Job Type: Contract

Location:

Cupertino, CA
Pay Range: $60.00–$60.00/hr
Final date to receive applications:
January 5, 2026

This position is fully onsite and cannot be made remote or hybrid.