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Role Overview

Confidential client is hiring entry-level Embedded Software Engineers (New Grad, class of 2027) to develop production embedded software for next-generation vehicle platforms. You'll work on low-level communications, real-time systems, and hardware bring-up in a fast-moving engineering environment.

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What You’ll Do

• Integrate vendor hardware and sensors into a common software framework and ensure correct low-level communication (CAN, LIN, I2C, SPI, UART, etc.)
• Implement RTOS-based applications and middleware components required by the product
• Architect and write high-quality, maintainable C (and C++) code for real-time embedded environments, including safety-relevant systems
• Support hardware bring-up, perform low-level board and SoC debugging, and resolve system-level issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to productionize software on new devices and manage lifecycle/maintenance processes

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Basic Qualifications

• BS/BA, MS, or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field — graduating by December 2026 or Summer 2027
• Strong background in embedded software development using C/C++ (assembly experience a plus)
• Experience or demonstrated ability to perform low-level hardware debugging to validate full-system operation
• Familiarity with real-time constraints and embedded system design

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Nice to Have

• Hands-on experience with RTOS and middleware
• Prior exposure to safety-critical systems or robotic real-time constraints
• Self-starter mentality and ability to learn new technical tools quickly
• Experience working in fast-paced, cross-disciplinary engineering teams

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Work Location & Compensation

• Location: Sunnyvale, CA — this role is expected to be primarily in-office (confidential client’s Sunnyvale office). Occasional flexibility may be permitted at the employer’s discretion.
• Compensation Range (provided by employer): $123,000 - $168,000 per year

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Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about the role but your background doesn’t match every item above, we encourage you to apply — you may be a fit for this position or other roles through the Careertakes platform.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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