Senior Embedded Engineer

Connect Tech+Talent; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect Tech+Talent in Austin, TX is seeking a Senior Embedded Engineer to design, develop, and maintain embedded software for complex systems in a hands-on, on-site role.

You will architect software, debug and optimize for reliability, collaborate with hardware, product, and quality teams, participate in code reviews, and mentor junior engineers while shaping development best practices.

Qualifications

• Embedded software programming for real-time or resource-constrained systems.
• Experience with version control, testing, and documentation for embedded platforms.
• Advanced debugging with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, and in-circuit debuggers.
• IoT solutions experience including connectivity protocols and cloud/edge integration.
• Degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering, CS, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for IoT and related applications.
• Architect embedded software and perform debugging and troubleshooting to improve performance and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, contribute to technical documentation and design specifications.
• Collaborate with hardware, product, and quality engineering teams to drive projects.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and contribute to technical initiatives.

Skills

Embedded programming

RTOS proficiency

Debugging skills

IoT connectivity

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor/Master in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

C/C++ toolchains

Embedded toolchains

Hardware debugging tools

Job description

Company Description

Connect Tech+Talent is a global technology partner that connects highly qualified tech professionals with leading companies. With over 30 years of experience and a proven screening process, the organization focuses on matching the right candidates to the right roles, resulting in candidates being significantly more likely to be selected and positions typically filled within two weeks. The company’s mission is to support the success of both clients and individuals by aligning talent and technology with project needs. For candidates, Connect Tech+Talent emphasizes finding roles that can positively impact careers and help achieve long-term goals. The firm offers a broad range of technology opportunities and collaborates closely with employers to ensure strong, lasting matches.

Role Description

The Senior Embedded Engineer will design, develop, and maintain embedded software solutions for complex systems in a full-time, on-site role based in Austin, TX. This position involves hands‑on embedded programming, integrating software with hardware components, and implementing robust solutions for Internet of Things (IoT) and related applications. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include architecting embedded software, performing detailed debugging and troubleshooting, optimizing performance and reliability, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams such as hardware, product, and quality engineering. The Senior Embedded Engineer will participate in code reviews, contribute to technical documentation and design specifications, and help define best practices for embedded development within the organization. The role also includes mentoring less experienced engineers and contributing to technical decision‑making for current and future products.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Embedded Software Programming and Embedded Software design for real‑time or resource‑constrained systems.
• Proficiency in Software Development practices, including version control, testing, and documentation for embedded platforms.
• Advanced Debugging skills, including use of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, and in‑circuit debuggers.
• Hands‑on experience with Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, including connectivity protocols and integration with cloud or edge services.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Experience with C/C++ and common embedded toolchains, RTOS environments, and microcontroller or microprocessor‑based systems.
• Familiarity with hardware interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, CAN) and reading schematics to support software‑hardware integration.
• Proven ability to work on‑site in cross‑functional teams, communicate clearly, and lead technical initiatives or projects.
• Background in safety‑critical, industrial, or consumer electronics products is beneficial.