Mid Level Lead Embedded Software Engineer Jobs

Mid level lead embedded software engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own firmware modules or subsystems end to end, guide junior developers, and make architecture decisions with limited oversight. Openings run across Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Aerospace & Defense, with 21% remote or hybrid work available, and employers like Amazon, Delta Electronics Americas, and Apple hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles60
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAmazon
Top cityIrvine, CA
Work type79% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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SoC Embedded Software Engineer
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SoC Embedded Software Engineer
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Firmware Engineering
Backend Engineering
$150k - $278k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Senior Software Developer in Test - Embedded Sensors QE, Core OS
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Senior Software Developer in Test - Embedded Sensors QE, Core OS
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$185k - $325k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Embedded Software Engineer 2
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Embedded Software Engineer 2
Cullerton Group
Mossville, Illinois
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Embedded Systems Engineering
Backend Engineering
$58/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Embedded Firmware Developer
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Senior Embedded Firmware Developer
SharkNinja
Boston, Massachusetts
Software Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Firmware Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$125k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Embedded Software Engineer
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Embedded Software Engineer
T-Mobile
Overland Park, Kansas
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Embedded Systems Engineering
DevOps
Backend Engineering
$93k - $192k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Mid Level Lead Embedded Software Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Amazon6 open roles
Delta Electronics Americas3 open roles
Apple2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware14
  • Technology & Software12
  • Aerospace & Defense8
  • Automotive5
  • Staffing & Recruiting5

Mid Level Lead Embedded Software Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a mid level lead embedded software engineer job?

Position yourself as an engineer who has taken full ownership of at least one embedded project, not just contributed to one. Highlight work where you defined the architecture, debugged hardware-software integration issues independently, and delivered a production-ready system. Recruiters at this level want to see concrete examples of autonomous decision-making, so lead with outcomes in your resume and be specific about the hardware platforms and protocols you have driven from design through deployment.

Which companies hire mid level lead embedded software engineers?

Companies hiring mid level lead embedded software engineers right now include Amazon, Delta Electronics Americas, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from product companies building connected devices, automotive systems, or industrial equipment, alongside defense contractors and semiconductor firms that need engineers who can bridge hardware constraints and software reliability on real production programs.

Are there remote mid level lead embedded software engineer jobs?

Yes, though remote availability is more limited in embedded than in pure software roles because hardware access and lab work remain part of many positions. About 21% of mid level lead embedded software engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the more common offer since they allow periodic on-site access to development boards, test equipment, and cross-functional hardware teams.

How do I move up to a mid level lead embedded software engineer role?

Getting from entry level to mid level in embedded software is about accumulating ownership, not just time. Early in your career, volunteer to lead a full feature or subsystem rather than taking isolated tickets. Build depth in one hardware family, one real-time operating system, or one communication protocol until you are the person others ask. Document measurable impact, such as latency improvements or memory reductions, and start mentoring newer engineers informally, since that ownership and influence signal readiness for a mid level title.

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

Mid Level lead embedded software engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Aerospace & Defense, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they build safety-critical or high-reliability products where embedded firmware directly determines product performance, regulatory compliance, and time to market, creating strong demand for engineers who can lead technical execution without extensive supervision.