Embedded Software Engineer

ACTalent; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Actalent in Hauppauge, NY is seeking a mid-level Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop and maintain bare-metal and driver-level software for microcontroller-based systems with ST Cortex-M devices. You will work with wireless protocols, RTOS, and cross‑functional hardware teams in a consulting-style environment.

The position is contract to hire and onsite at our Hauppauge facility, with a pay range of $50.00–$75.00 per hour. US citizenship is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Development experience in embedded hardware systems involving microcontrollers, especially ARM-based devices.
• Experience with ST Microelectronics ARM Cortex‑M microcontrollers and ST Microelectronics HAL drivers is highly desired.
• Familiarity with Linux is a plus.
• Experience with 3G/4G modem control, device provisioning, GSM specifications, and AT modem command sets and mobile phone provisioning.
• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and similar equipment.
• Experience with test-driven development, continuous integration, and other Agile methodologies.
• Comfortable working in a consulting environment with exposure to multiple industries such as medical devices, aerospace, consumer products, and industrial systems.
• US Citizenship is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C and C++ for microcontroller-based systems, with a strong focus on bare-metal and driver-level development.
• Perform low-level programming on microcontrollers, including ST Microelectronics ARM Cortex-M devices, working from the driver level down to hardware interfaces.
• Implement and integrate wireless protocols and secure communications over Wi-Fi, WAN, and BLE as required by different projects.
• Develop embedded RTOS application-level and middleware software to support system functionality and performance requirements.
• Work directly with hardware teams to integrate software with embedded hardware systems, ensuring proper functionality and performance.
• Use hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers to perform software and basic hardware debugging and troubleshoot issues.
• Read and interpret hardware device datasheets to understand capabilities, limitations, and required configurations for microcontrollers and related components.
• Contribute to projects involving 3G/4G modem control, device provisioning, GSM specifications, and AT modem command sets as needed.
• Participate in test-driven development, continuous integration, and other Agile practices to improve software quality and delivery speed.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams in a consulting environment, adapting to varied project scopes and leveraging individual strengths.
• Support multiple clients and projects, adjusting to different industries and product requirements while maintaining high coding standards.
• Communicate clearly with team members about design decisions, technical challenges, and project status, and contribute to a collaborative, team-focused culture.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Bare-metal development

Driver-level development

Wireless protocols

RTOS development

Hardware debugging

Team collaboration

On-site work

US citizenship

Education

Bachelors degree in Computer/ Electrical Engineering

Tools

ST HAL drivers

Linux

Job description

Job Title: Embedded Software EngineerJob Description

This mid-level Embedded Software Engineer role focuses on bare-metal and low-level driver development for a wide range of embedded systems and consumer electronics. You will contribute to multiple projects across diverse industries, using your embedded C/C++ expertise to implement wireless protocols, work directly with microcontrollers, and collaborate closely with hardware teams in a fast-paced, consulting-style environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C and C++ for microcontroller-based systems, with a strong focus on bare-metal and driver-level development.

• Perform low-level programming on microcontrollers, including ST Microelectronics ARM Cortex-M devices, working from the driver level down to hardware interfaces.

• Implement and integrate wireless protocols and secure communications over Wi-Fi, WAN, and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) as required by different projects.

• Develop embedded RTOS application-level and middleware software to support system functionality and performance requirements.

• Work directly with hardware teams to integrate software with embedded hardware systems, ensuring proper functionality and performance.

• Use hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers to perform software and basic hardware debugging and troubleshoot issues.

• Read and interpret hardware device datasheets to understand capabilities, limitations, and required configurations for microcontrollers and related components.

• Contribute to projects involving 3G/4G modem control, device provisioning, GSM specifications, and AT modem command sets as needed.

• Participate in test-driven development, continuous integration, and other Agile practices to improve software quality and delivery speed.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams in a consulting environment, adapting to varied project scopes and leveraging individual strengths.

• Support multiple clients and projects, adjusting to different industries and product requirements while maintaining high coding standards.

• Communicate clearly with team members about design decisions, technical challenges, and project status, and contribute to a collaborative, team-focused culture.

Essential Skills

• At least 58 years of experience in embedded programming, including bare-metal and driver-level development.

• Strong proficiency in embedded C and C++ with excellent coding skills.

• Hands‑on experience working at the driver level and below on low-level microcontrollers and micro-controls.

• Experience in bare-metal embedded software development for consumer electronics and other embedded products.

• Experience with protocols and secure communications over Wi‑Fi, WAN, and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).

• Experience developing embedded RTOS application‑level and middleware software.

• Ability to perform software and basic hardware debugging using appropriate tools and techniques.

• Ability to read and understand hardware device datasheets and apply that knowledge to software design.

• Comfort working directly with hardware in addition to software and willingness to get hands dirty with embedded hardware systems.

• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced, diverse environments and manage multiple projects.

• Availability to work full‑time on‑site in Long Island, New York.

• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to thrive in a team‑focused culture that values collective success.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

• Development experience in embedded hardware systems involving microcontrollers, especially ARM‑based devices.

• Experience with ST Microelectronics ARM Cortex‑M microcontrollers and ST Microelectronics HAL drivers is highly desired.

• Familiarity with Linux is a plus.

• Experience with 3G/4G modem control, device provisioning, GSM specifications, and AT modem command sets and mobile phone provisioning.

• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and similar equipment.

• Experience with test‑driven development, continuous integration, and other Agile methodologies.

• Comfortable working in a consulting environment with exposure to multiple industries such as medical devices, aerospace, consumer products, and industrial systems.

• US Citizenship is preferred but not required.

Work Environment

The role is based on‑site at a consulting facility in Hauppauge, Long Island, New York, where engineers work on a variety of products and industries in a fast-growing, fast‑paced environment. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and use modern embedded technologies, including ARM‑based microcontrollers, ST Microelectronics platforms, wireless communication modules, and hardware debugging equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. The culture emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and a fun, supportive atmosphere where people work cohesively and value the success of the whole team. Dress code is generally business casual, and standard working hours follow a normal day shift, typically around 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hauppauge, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $75.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: 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 & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hauppauge, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hauppauge,NY.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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