Embedded Software Engineer

Post Date

Jun 26, 2025

Location

Palo Alto,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94304
US
Aug 28, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

SJC-791481

Pay Rate

$68 - $85 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

A Fortune 500 automotive company is seeking a talented Embedded Software Engineer to join our Body Controls Software Development team. This role is crucial in developing and maintaining embedded software for our next-generation electric vehicles (EVs). The candidates were looking for will have a passion for automotive innovation and a strong background in embedded systems.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain embedded software for body control systems.
Implement and optimize algorithms for switch debounce, SPI/I2C communication, and state machines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test software solutions.
Work on motor control systems and other embedded systems components.
Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and field support.

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Required Skills & Experience

Must-Have Qualifications:
Proficiency in C programming.
Strong background in embedded systems, including low-level hardware drivers.
Experience working across the software stack, from hardware interfacing to application-level development.
Proven track record of shipping products or being involved in the full development cycle from concept to field deployment.
Experience in industries such as robotics, small motors, consumer electronics (Google/Apple), or medical devices.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Background in chassis controls, battery management systems (BMS), or onboard chargers in the EV space.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently,

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.