Embedded Software Engineer (W2 ONLY - Linux, C++, Python Required)

TEKsystems; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking an Embedded Software Developer for a contract-to-hire role in Houston, TX. You will work on embedded Linux, with C++ and Python, and help drive AI-assisted engineering workflows to improve product quality and velocity.

The role is onsite in Houston, with a pay range of $60.00-$68.00 per hour on a W2 basis, and benefits are provided. Authorization and background checks apply, and the position closes after Aug 25, 2026.

Qualifications

• Professional embedded software development experience on Linux
• Strong programming in C++ and Python
• Experience integrating AI-assisted engineering workflows and tooling

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux tooling and infrastructure
• Build and optimize firmware build, test, packaging, provisioning, flashing, and release pipelines
• Develop HIL and board-farm automation for firmware validation and regression testing
• Integrate static analysis, automated testing, and quality gates into the SDLC
• Collaborate with firmware, hardware, and QA teams to improve engineering processes

Skills

Linux

C++

Python

Job description

Our client is searching for an Embedded Software Developer for a temp-to-perm position in Houston, TX.

All candidates must work directly for TEKsystems on a W2 basis and no sponsorship is available now or in the future

All candidates must have professional experience providing embedded software development using Linux, C++, and Python

Candidates must have experience building and adopting AI-assisted engineering workflows -agent-driven tooling and autonomous engineering processes - that measurably improve software quality and engineering velocity.

Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain the engineering tools and infrastructure supporting embedded Linux development.
• Build and optimize automated firmware build, test, packaging, provisioning, flashing, recovery, and release pipelines.
• Develop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and board-farm automation for firmware validation and regression testing.
• Integrate static analysis, automated testing, and quality gates into the software development lifecycle.
• Partner with firmware, hardware, and QA engineers to solve complex technical challenges and continuously improve engineering processes.

All candidates must submit to a drug and background check.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $68.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.