Embedded Software Engineer

Intelliswift - An LTTS Company; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Intelliswift - An LTTS Company in Burlingame, CA, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop and maintain software for embedded systems and connected devices powering next-generation consumer electronics.

You will implement new features, troubleshoot defects, and collaborate with hardware, systems, test and product engineering teams, writing clean, well-tested code following best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• 2–6 years of software development experience.
• At least 1 year of experience programming in C++ or Java.
• At least 1 year of experience with embedded systems.
• Experience software for consumer electronics, IoT, wearables or similar hardware.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software for embedded systems and connected devices.
• Implement new features and enhancements for existing products.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve defects and performance issues.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, test, and product engineering teams.
• Write clean, well-tested code following best practices and participate in code reviews.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and development procedures.
• Support product validation, testing, and deployment activities.

Skills

C++/Java

Embedded systems

Debugging

Data structures

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in CS/CE/EE

Job description

Duration

12 Months Contract (W2 Only, potential extension)

Overview

We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to help develop and enhance software powering next-generation consumer electronic devices. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative products that combine hardware and software to create intuitive user experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 2–6 years of software development experience.
• At least 1 year of experience programming in C++ or Java.
• At least 1 year of experience working with embedded systems.
• Experience developing software for consumer electronics, connected devices, IoT products, wearables, mobile devices, or similar hardware platforms.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong understanding of software development fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Python development.
• Experience working in Linux-based embedded environments.
• Familiarity with real-time or resource-constrained systems.
• Experience with device connectivity technologies such as Bluetooth or wireless communication protocols.
• Background supporting audio, multimedia, or low-level system software.
• Experience working through the full product development lifecycle from concept to release.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software for embedded systems and connected devices.
• Implement new features and enhancements for existing products.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and performance issues.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including hardware, systems, test, and product engineering.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑tested code following software engineering best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.
• Contribute to future product development initiatives and platform improvements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, configuration guides, and development procedures.
• Support product validation, testing, and deployment activities.