Embedded Software Engineer

Post Date

Jul 14, 2026

Location

Long Beach,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

90808
US
Sep 15, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

OCC-fae10139-8c21-41da-a185-43afd6d02bb1

Pay Rate

$126 - $157 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

This Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, debugging, and maintaining software for embedded devices and systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, safety regulations, and applicable guidelines. The role involves reviewing and analyzing customer requirements and translating them into effective software designs for embedded applications. The engineer writes and optimizes software code for specialized hardware platforms, integrates embedded software with hardware components, and continuously analyzes system performance to improve efficiency, reliability, and stability. Additionally, the individual conducts software testing and debugging activities, stays current with emerging technologies, development tools, frameworks, and regulatory changes, and incorporates relevant advancements into product development. The position also includes monitoring and evaluating the performance of internal and supplier software teams to ensure compliance with project plans, quality expectations, and industry standards, while supporting embedded software project management activities throughout the product lifecycle.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Ability to obtain a clearanc
Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline experience or 8 years’ related relevant work experience
Experience in ADA, C/C++, Python, Java, and equivalent object oriented languages or scripting languages
Experience in Linux, Real-time operating systems, Windows
Experience in Compilers, debuggers, bus or logic analyzers, and other lab / test equipment
Experience in Embedded systems, requirements and traceability, software troubleshooting and root cause analysis

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
Knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and systems. The ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables.
Knowledge of computing equipment and its operating systems (e.g., Windows, Unix, Linux).
Knowledge of software development and testing tools (e.g., editors, compilers, linkers, desktop simulations, configuration management tools, requirements management tools) capability and usage.
Knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle.
Knowledge of software architecture and design methodologies. Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints.
Knowledge of specification format requirements, guidelines, and change control processes. Understanding of relationship between specifications/standards and aircraft/product certification systems.
Knowledge of real-time target environments, including processor and network architectures, communication protocols, simulation frameworks and electrical interfaces. Ability to build, integrate and troubleshoot software components

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st 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.