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Embedded engineers working on firmware, real-time operating systems, and hardware-software integration qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Defense contractors, automotive OEMs, semiconductor firms, and IoT hardware companies are among the most active sponsors.
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Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.
BENEFITS:
- 10 paid holidays per year
- 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
- Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
- Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long-term care needs
- 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
- Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
- Yearly bonus based on company performance
JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:
- Develop and maintain embedded software using Linux and C++.
- Design, debug, and validate embedded system applications.
- Support ECU, telematics, and data collection software development.
- Perform software integration, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Work with ROS2, HIL testing, and CI/CD tools.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software using Linux and C++.
- Design, implement, and test software for embedded systems and ECUs.
- Debug software issues and perform root cause analysis.
- Support HIL testing, validation, and system integration activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Git and Azure DevOps.
- Ensure software quality, reliability, and compliance with project requirements.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in embedded software development.
- Strong experience with Embedded Linux and C++ programming.
- Experience with embedded systems, ECU development, and software testing.
- Knowledge of ROS2, HIL testing, Git, and Azure DevOps preferred.
- Experience with software integration, debugging, and validation activities.
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Strong proficiency in Embedded Linux and C++ development.
- Experience with embedded systems and ECU software development.
- Knowledge of ROS2, software integration, and debugging.
- Experience with HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) testing and validation.
- Proficiency with Git and Azure DevOps.
- Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle and CI/CD practices.
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Experience working in Agile development environments.
- Knowledge of CI/CD, software quality, and testing methodologies.
- Familiarity with automotive, telematics, or robotics applications.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex embedded system issues.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.
Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
The pay range for this role is:
90,000 - 110,000 USD per year (IL-Mossville)
INTRODUCTION
Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.
BENEFITS:
- 10 paid holidays per year
- 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
- Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
- Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long-term care needs
- 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
- Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
- Yearly bonus based on company performance
JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:
- Develop and maintain embedded software using Linux and C++.
- Design, debug, and validate embedded system applications.
- Support ECU, telematics, and data collection software development.
- Perform software integration, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Work with ROS2, HIL testing, and CI/CD tools.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software using Linux and C++.
- Design, implement, and test software for embedded systems and ECUs.
- Debug software issues and perform root cause analysis.
- Support HIL testing, validation, and system integration activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Git and Azure DevOps.
- Ensure software quality, reliability, and compliance with project requirements.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in embedded software development.
- Strong experience with Embedded Linux and C++ programming.
- Experience with embedded systems, ECU development, and software testing.
- Knowledge of ROS2, HIL testing, Git, and Azure DevOps preferred.
- Experience with software integration, debugging, and validation activities.
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Strong proficiency in Embedded Linux and C++ development.
- Experience with embedded systems and ECU software development.
- Knowledge of ROS2, software integration, and debugging.
- Experience with HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) testing and validation.
- Proficiency with Git and Azure DevOps.
- Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle and CI/CD practices.
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Experience working in Agile development environments.
- Knowledge of CI/CD, software quality, and testing methodologies.
- Familiarity with automotive, telematics, or robotics applications.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex embedded system issues.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.
Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
The pay range for this role is:
90,000 - 110,000 USD per year (IL-Mossville)
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Map your degree to embedded SOC codes
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by matching your degree field to the role's Standard Occupational Classification code. Pull your target job's SOC code from O*NET and confirm your degree aligns before applying. Mismatches trigger RFEs.
Target defense contractors with active LCA filings
Defense and aerospace firms like Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, and L3Harris file LCAs regularly for embedded roles. Run an OFLC Wage Search filtered by SOC code 17-2061 to identify which employers have certified wages for embedded systems positions recently.
Use Migrate Mate to filter H-1B sponsors
Search Migrate Mate to find embedded roles at employers with verified H-1B filing history. Filtering by DOL Labor Condition Application data shows you which companies have sponsored this role before, saving time on employers unlikely to file.
Get your ITAR clearance eligibility documented early
Many embedded roles at defense contractors require ITAR compliance, which limits access to U.S. persons. Confirm your visa status satisfies the employer's export control requirements before the offer stage. Some roles are restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents regardless of H-1B eligibility.
Negotiate premium processing into your offer
H-1B standard processing can run six months or more. Ask your employer to include USCIS premium processing in your offer letter. This reduces adjudication to 15 business days and protects your start date when a project timeline is fixed.
Document proprietary toolchain experience for the petition
Your employer's H-1B petition must show the role requires a specific degree. Work with their immigration counsel to document how your RTOS, JTAG debugger, or hardware description language experience ties directly to the degree requirement. Vague job descriptions invite RFEs.
H-1B Visa Embedded: Frequently Asked Questions
Do embedded engineering roles qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS recognizes embedded systems engineering as a specialty occupation when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a directly related field. Roles involving firmware development, real-time operating systems, or hardware-software co-design consistently meet this standard, provided the employer's job description ties specific degree requirements to the actual duties.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for embedded roles?
Defense and aerospace contractors, automotive OEMs developing ADAS or EV systems, semiconductor manufacturers, and IoT hardware companies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for embedded engineers. Medical device firms are also active sponsors because FDA-regulated embedded software development requires specialized credentials. You can identify active sponsors by filtering for embedded SOC codes in DOL LCA disclosure data, or by browsing verified sponsors on Migrate Mate.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new embedded engineering job without losing my status?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the new H-1B transfer petition is filed, as long as your prior petition has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status. Your new employer must file before your current status expires. The embedded role at the new employer must still qualify as a specialty occupation under the same degree-to-duties alignment standard.
How does ITAR affect H-1B sponsorship for embedded engineers at defense companies?
International Traffic in Arms Regulations classify certain embedded systems work, particularly on defense electronics, weapons guidance, or satellite hardware, as controlled technology. Employers must assess whether a foreign national's access constitutes a deemed export requiring a license. Many defense contractors limit these roles to U.S. persons, meaning H-1B holders may be ineligible regardless of sponsorship willingness. Always confirm export control status before pursuing an offer.
What does prevailing wage mean for an embedded engineering H-1B petition?
Prevailing wage is the minimum salary your employer must certify on the Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before petitioning USCIS. For embedded engineers, prevailing wage is set by SOC code, geographic location, and experience level, with four wage tiers ranging from entry-level to fully competent. Your employer uses the OFLC Wage Search to determine the applicable rate and must pay at or above it for the duration of your H-1B status.