Embedded Software Engineer New Grad December 2026

Applied Intution; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Intuition, Inc. is seeking Embedded Software Engineers to develop software for production computers in next-generation vehicle platforms.

You will integrate vendor components, implement RTOS apps, and write high-quality C/C++ code for real-time environments. This role involves hardware bring-up, low-level debugging, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to productionize software on new devices.

Qualifications

• BS/BA, MS, or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree graduating by December 2026.
• Strong background in embedded software development using C/C++ and assembly languages.
• Ability to do low-level debugging on hardware to ensure complete system operation.

Responsibilities

• Integrate vendor components into a common software framework, ensuring proper low-level communication (e.g., CAN, LIN, I2C, SPI, UART etc.)
• Implement real-time operating system (RTOS) applications as required for the product
• Architect and develop high-quality C code for real-time embedded environments, including safety critical systems
• Support hardware bring-up, including low level debug of board and SoC
• Work with cross-functional teams to bring up custom software on new devices, productionize it, and manage the process for maintaining company products

Skills

Embedded software development

C/C++

Assembly languages

Low-level debugging

Education

BS/BA, MS, or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree graduating by December 2026

Tools

RTOS

CAN

LIN

Job description

Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company's solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Learn more at applied.co.

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that full-time employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. This in-office expectation does not apply to contractor positions

About the role

We are looking for Embedded Software Engineers with expertise in developing embedded software applications on production computers to build the next-generation vehicle platform! It is a unique opportunity to work on challenging engineering problems while being part of a fast-moving team.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Integrate vendor components into a common software framework, ensuring proper low-level communication (e.g., CAN, LIN, I2C, SPI, UART etc.)
• Implement real-time operating system (RTOS) applications as required for the product
• Architect and develop high-quality C code for real-time embedded environments, including safety critical systems
• Support hardware bring-up, including low level debug of board and SoC
• Work with cross-functional teams to bring up custom software on new devices, productionize it, and manage the process for maintaining company products

We're looking for someone who has:

• BS/BA, MS, or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree graduating by December 2026
• Strong background in embedded software development using C/C++ and assembly languages
• Ability to do low-level debugging on hardware to ensure complete system operation

Nice to have:

• Proven ability as a self-starter and can quickly become comfortable with new technical tools
• Experience taking initiative in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on experience with RTOS and middleware applications
• Ability to work with safety critical robotic systems with real time constraints

Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.