Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in Georgia
Embedded Software Engineer jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in aerospace and defense, automotive systems, and telecommunications hardware across seniority levels from entry-level firmware developer to principal engineer. Atlanta, Marietta, and Huntsville-adjacent corridors in North Georgia anchor most of the hiring, with established employers like Lockheed Martin, NCR Voyix, and Raytheon Technologies maintaining significant engineering operations in the state. The most sought-after specialties include real-time operating systems, RTOS firmware, automotive AUTOSAR development, and RF and communications embedded systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Nordson Packaging , a global leader in Packaging, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.
Summary of the role
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.
Job Summary
In this role you will be responsible for designing, developing, troubleshooting, debugging and documenting firmware and software programs with a high level of autonomy for packaging systems that enable precision dispensing for manufacturing processes. You will work on complex hardware-software interaction problems that require strong analytical and data driven approaches to make our products smarter, more connected and intelligent.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, troubleshoot and test software based on product requirements.
- Adapt to changing requirements and can fully communicate effort and risks.
- Assist in testing software releases for other members of the team.
- Participate in code reviews/code audits.
- Document software designs and instructions for use.
- Support and maintain software that is released to internal and external customers.
- Participate in software process improvement team.
- Stay up to date on latest software techniques and trends.
- Mentors less experienced software engineers.
- Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design.
- Works with cross-functional engineering teams
Education and Experience Requirements
- BS Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering (or similar)
- Proficiency in C/C++ programming
- Proficiency with Source Control Tools (SVN preferred)
- Proficiency with Bug Tracking Tools (Bugzilla preferred)
- 8+ years of software development experience
- 5+ years of software development experience using Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Preferred Skills and Abilities
- Experience with IAR embedded workbench (preferred), Microsoft Visual Studio, and Qt.
- Experience with Wireshark.
- Experience with STLink/J-Link debuggers.
- Experience with STM32CubeMX.
- Experience with STM32 microcontrollers and the HAL Libraries
- Experience with Segger’s embOS and other related stacks
- Experience with communication protocols such as RS-232, RJ45, TCP/IP, i2c, SPI, USB, uSD, Wifi, FTP, websockets, etc.
- Experience with reading schematics.
- Experience working with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
Interested?
If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.
About Nordson Packaging
Nordson Packaging is the leader in precision dispensing, fluid management, and related technologies. We serve the Packaging end market to improve production efficiency and product quality for a variety of packaging manufacturing processes. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson Packaging is a global team that works to create technology that helps efficiently apply adhesives to meet both form and function for a wide variety of packaging applications like tankless technology, self-diagnostic and intuitive touch-screen controls, auto-fill technology, clean-cutoff and self-cleaning applicators, and pattern generation controls. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson Packaging. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.
Nordson Packaging , a global leader in Packaging, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.
Summary of the role
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.
Job Summary
In this role you will be responsible for designing, developing, troubleshooting, debugging and documenting firmware and software programs with a high level of autonomy for packaging systems that enable precision dispensing for manufacturing processes. You will work on complex hardware-software interaction problems that require strong analytical and data driven approaches to make our products smarter, more connected and intelligent.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, troubleshoot and test software based on product requirements.
- Adapt to changing requirements and can fully communicate effort and risks.
- Assist in testing software releases for other members of the team.
- Participate in code reviews/code audits.
- Document software designs and instructions for use.
- Support and maintain software that is released to internal and external customers.
- Participate in software process improvement team.
- Stay up to date on latest software techniques and trends.
- Mentors less experienced software engineers.
- Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design.
- Works with cross-functional engineering teams
Education and Experience Requirements
- BS Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering (or similar)
- Proficiency in C/C++ programming
- Proficiency with Source Control Tools (SVN preferred)
- Proficiency with Bug Tracking Tools (Bugzilla preferred)
- 8+ years of software development experience
- 5+ years of software development experience using Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Preferred Skills and Abilities
- Experience with IAR embedded workbench (preferred), Microsoft Visual Studio, and Qt.
- Experience with Wireshark.
- Experience with STLink/J-Link debuggers.
- Experience with STM32CubeMX.
- Experience with STM32 microcontrollers and the HAL Libraries
- Experience with Segger’s embOS and other related stacks
- Experience with communication protocols such as RS-232, RJ45, TCP/IP, i2c, SPI, USB, uSD, Wifi, FTP, websockets, etc.
- Experience with reading schematics.
- Experience working with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
Interested?
If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.
About Nordson Packaging
Nordson Packaging is the leader in precision dispensing, fluid management, and related technologies. We serve the Packaging end market to improve production efficiency and product quality for a variety of packaging manufacturing processes. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson Packaging is a global team that works to create technology that helps efficiently apply adhesives to meet both form and function for a wide variety of packaging applications like tankless technology, self-diagnostic and intuitive touch-screen controls, auto-fill technology, clean-cutoff and self-cleaning applicators, and pattern generation controls. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson Packaging. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.
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Embedded Software Engineer Job Market in Georgia
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in embedded software engineer jobs across Georgia.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science required
- Proficiency in C and C++ for low-level embedded systems development
- Experience with real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or QNX
- Familiarity with communication protocols including CAN, SPI, I2C, and UART
- Experience with embedded debugging tools, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
- Active or obtainable DoD security clearance preferred for Georgia defense sector roles
Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an embedded software engineer in Georgia?
Most embedded software engineer roles in Georgia require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science. Georgia does not issue a state-specific license for software engineers, though roles in the defense and aerospace sectors often require a DoD security clearance initiated through your employer. Georgia Tech, Georgia State, and Kennesaw State University produce a large share of local candidates, and a strong portfolio of firmware or systems projects accelerates hiring considerably.
How much do embedded software engineers make in Georgia?
Embedded software engineers in Georgia earn a median of about $131,010 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,110 for the lowest 10% to over $176,000 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire embedded software engineers in Georgia?
Employers hiring embedded software engineers in Georgia right now include Lynx, Northrop Grumman, and Infosys, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Georgia's dense aerospace and defense corridor, centered around Marietta and the Dobbins Air Reserve Base area, means defense contractors and systems integrators are among the most consistent sources of embedded engineering openings in the state.
Which Georgia cities have the most embedded software engineer jobs?
Duluth, Marietta, and Warner Robins have the most embedded software engineer openings in Georgia. Atlanta drives volume through its large technology and telecommunications employer base, while Marietta and surrounding Cobb County are anchored by major aerospace and defense contractors whose embedded systems programs generate consistent engineering demand.
Are there remote embedded software engineer jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely software-focused fields. About 33% of embedded software engineer openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on lab and hardware access many roles require. The portions of the role most likely to be remote include firmware code review, simulation-based testing, and documentation work rather than hardware bring-up or debug sessions.
How can I get hired as an embedded software engineer in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to co-op and internship programs run by Georgia-based aerospace and defense contractors, where you gain hands-on firmware experience on real hardware. Lockheed Martin and Raytheon Technologies both operate structured early-career programs at their Georgia sites. Adjacent roles such as hardware test technician, systems integration engineer, or RF lab engineer at these same employers frequently transition into embedded software positions once you build on-site familiarity. A capstone project or senior design portfolio involving a microcontroller or FPGA gives candidates a concrete differentiator.
Where can I find and apply to embedded software engineer jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to embedded software engineer jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings updated regularly. Search the listings to see roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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