Principal Embedded Software Engineer

I am working with an innovative technology company developing advanced automated systems for industrial and enterprise applications.

They are looking for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to help design and deliver reliable, safety-critical software for intelligent hardware platforms operating in complex real-world environments.

This is a hands-on senior engineering role focused on embedded software, system integration, automated testing, and scalable validation infrastructure.

• Develop embedded and system-level software in C, C++, and Python
• Design and maintain automated test infrastructure, including HIL testing
• Build scalable validation and calibration tools for hardware-integrated systems
• Troubleshoot complex system issues using logs, diagnostics, and test data
• Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and validation engineering teams
• Mentor engineers and contribute to technical direction and best practices

• Strong background in embedded software and test infrastructure development
• Experience with modern C/C++ and Python
• Familiarity with Linux development environments
• Experience with networking protocols and hardware communication systems
• Knowledge of sensors, control systems, or safety-critical platforms
• Experience with Git, CI/CD, and automated testing frameworks
• Strong systems-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Autonomous systems, robotics, or industrial automation experience
• Functional safety knowledge (ISO 26262, IEC 61508, or similar)
• Experience with containerized development workflows