Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in Florida
Embedded Software Engineer jobs in Florida are in strong demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense, medical devices, automotive systems, and industrial automation, with openings at every level from entry-level firmware developer through principal and staff engineer. The most active hiring markets are Orlando, Tampa, and Melbourne, where companies like Lockheed Martin, L3Harris Technologies, and Northrop Grumman maintain large engineering operations. Real-time systems, RTOS expertise, and C/C++ embedded development are the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Associate Embedded Software Engineer / Embedded Software Engineer – Mission and Displays to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Software organization onsite in Melbourne, FL.
Accomplish:
This position offers the opportunity to design, develop, integrate and test software for our end-user customers and businesses. Specifically, you will be responsible for the design, architecture, development, and administration of embedded and real time systems for cockpit displays. You will work with multi-disciplinary teams, such as with Systems Engineering, Test Automation, DevSecOps, and Systems Test in an Agile software development environment. You will analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls.
Essential Functions:
- Work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels
- Participate in the full software development life cycle including requirements, design, implementation, qualification, and delivery of software products to our customers
- Operate in an embedded technology development environment working with real time operating systems for use in flight and safety mission critical subsystems
- Work in Agile Scrum teams to develop software products for multiple software baselines
This requisition may be filled at either an Associate Software Engineer level 1 or a Software Engineer level 2
Basic Qualifications for an Associate Embedded Software Engineer (level 1):
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 0 years of related engineering experience
- Familiarity with developing software and scripts in Java, Object Oriented C++ AND/OR Python.
- Familiarity with Software Change Control, Change Management, and CI/CD tools such as: Atlassian (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo), AND/OR GitHub
- Must have an active U.S. Government Secret or higher clearance.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment.
Basic Qualifications for a Embedded Software Engineer (level 2):
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 2 years of related experience; OR Masters degree in a STEM discipline with 0 years of related experience
- Demonstrated professional experience developing software and scripts in Java, Object Oriented C++ AND/OR Python within the last 2 years.
- Experience with Software Change Control, Change Management, and CI/CD tools such as: Atlassian (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo), AND/OR GitHub within the last 2 years
- Must have an active U.S. Government Secret or higher clearance.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment.
Preferred Qualifications for both an Associate Embedded Software Engineer and Software Engineer:
- Ability to collaborate with systems engineers, hardware designers and integration/test engineers to develop and maintain complex software systems
- Experience with DOORs AND/OR Software Requirement Specification Testing using Simulators, automated scripting languages such as Python, AND/OR Bash.
- Familiarity with Architecting, Designing, Modeling, Implementing, Maintaining, Integrating, Debugging, Verifying and Qualifying Safety-Critical Embedded Real Time Software written in OO C++ running on Real-Time Operating Systems such as: VxWorks, Integrity, AND/OR Real Time Embedded Linux
- Experience interacting with and/or developing safety critical applications/systems
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- Electronics & Hardware
- Airlines
- Telecommunications
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in embedded software engineer jobs across Florida.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science required
- Proficiency in C or C++ for bare-metal or RTOS-based embedded development
- Experience with real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or QNX
- Familiarity with communication protocols including CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, or Ethernet
- Ability to obtain or hold an active U.S. security clearance for defense-sector roles
- Experience with hardware debugging tools including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers
Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a embedded software engineer in Florida?
Embedded software engineering in Florida does not require a state-issued license, but most employers expect a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science. Florida's defense and aerospace sector, centered around Orlando and the Space Coast, favors candidates who can qualify for a security clearance. Building a portfolio of firmware projects and gaining hands-on experience with microcontrollers through coursework or personal projects strengthens any application significantly.
How much do embedded software engineers make in Florida?
Embedded software engineers in Florida earn a median of about $130,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,050 for the lowest 10% to over $204,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire embedded software engineers in Florida?
Employers hiring embedded software engineers in Florida right now include Northrop Grumman, Leonardo DRS, and Lockheed Martin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's concentration of defense contractors and medical device manufacturers means steady demand for embedded talent well beyond the largest names.
Which Florida cities have the most embedded software engineer jobs?
Melbourne, Orlando, and Miami lead Florida for embedded software engineer openings. Orlando and the surrounding Space Coast corridor anchor demand through major aerospace and defense contractors, while Tampa draws openings from defense systems integrators, medical device firms, and growing tech campuses that together make the metro a consistent source of embedded engineering roles.
Are there remote embedded software engineer jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely software-focused fields, since embedded work often requires hands-on access to hardware, test benches, and lab equipment. About 25% of embedded software engineer openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The sub-areas most likely to support remote arrangements are firmware validation, software integration testing, and simulation-based development where physical hardware access is not daily.
How can I get hired as a embedded software engineer in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to junior firmware or embedded systems associate roles at Florida's large defense and aerospace primes, which regularly hire new graduates through university recruiting programs at the University of Central Florida, Florida Institute of Technology, and the University of Florida. Internships at companies in the Orlando or Melbourne corridors are the clearest bridge to full-time roles. Building demonstrable projects with microcontrollers like STM32 or Arduino, contributing to open-source embedded repos, or earning a Certified Software Development Professional credential gives candidates a concrete edge over other applicants without professional experience.
Where can I find and apply to embedded software engineer jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to embedded software engineer jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across aerospace, defense, medical devices, and industrial sectors. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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