Entry Level Lead Embedded Software Engineer Jobs

New grad lead embedded software engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work developing firmware, real-time systems, or microcontroller code can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Science & Research, with employers like Neuralink, Qualcomm, and Northrop Grumman hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles41
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerNeuralink
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type86% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Embedded Software Integration Automation testing Engineer
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Embedded Software Integration Automation testing Engineer
MatchPoint
Auburn Hills, Michigan
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Embedded Systems Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Embedded Software Engineer
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Embedded Software Engineer
Caterpillar
Mossville, Illinois
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Embedded Systems Engineering
Technical Program Management
Backend Engineering
$98k - $146k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Embedded Software Engineer
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Embedded Software Engineer
Blue River Technology
Santa Clara, California
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Embedded Systems Engineering
Backend Engineering
$122k - $183k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Eaton
Youngsville, North Carolina
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$94k - $138k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Software Engineer - Embedded (Early-Mid Level)
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Software Engineer - Embedded (Early-Mid Level)
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
Wichita, Kansas
Project & Program Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
$80k - $120k/yr
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Entry Level Lead Embedded Software Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Neuralink4 open roles
Qualcomm3 open roles
Northrop Grumman3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software14
  • Manufacturing8
  • Science & Research5
  • Electronics & Hardware5
  • Automotive3

Entry Level Lead Embedded Software Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level lead embedded software engineer job?

Employers hiring at the entry level look for hands-on experience with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems, and low-level programming languages like C or C++. A portfolio of personal projects, senior capstone work, or internship contributions demonstrating those skills gives candidates a clear edge. Familiarity with debugging tools, version control, and hardware-software integration rounds out a competitive profile at this stage.

Which companies hire entry level lead embedded software engineers?

Companies hiring entry level lead embedded software engineers right now include Neuralink, Qualcomm, and Northrop Grumman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from defense contractors, consumer electronics manufacturers, automotive suppliers, and industrial automation firms that run structured new-grad programs or small-team environments where junior engineers build skills quickly.

Are there remote entry level lead embedded software engineer jobs?

Yes, though remote work is less common in embedded roles than in pure software fields because hardware access and lab environments often require on-site presence. About 14% of entry level lead embedded software engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates flexible on location will find the widest range of opportunities, while hybrid arrangements are increasingly available at larger employers.

Are these new grad lead embedded software engineer jobs?

Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically calls for zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying background, or invites applicants with a strong portfolio in place of a long work history. Filtering for those signals narrows the list to roles built for early-career candidates.

Which industries hire the most entry level lead embedded software engineers?

Entry Level lead embedded software engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because their products depend on custom firmware and real-time control systems, creating steady demand for engineers who can build and validate embedded code from day one.