Remote Embedded Software Engineer Jobs

Remote embedded software engineer jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed hardware-software teams hiring for firmware, RTOS, and driver development roles in sectors from automotive and medical devices to consumer electronics and defense. Employers hiring remotely right now include Canonical USA, ASML, and Lynx. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles33
Top employerCanonical USA
Top industryTechnology
Top credentialBachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Companies hiring26

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GE Vernova
Engineering Technical Lead - I&C Embedded Software
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GE Vernova
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Engineering Technical Lead - I&C Embedded Software
GE Vernova
Wilmington, North Carolina
Business Operations
Project Management
$113k - $189k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Arcfield
Embedded Linux Software Developer
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Arcfield
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Embedded Linux Software Developer
Arcfield
Washington, District of Columbia
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$100k.15 - $174k.41/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Embedded Software Engineer (US)
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Embedded Software Engineer (US)
Ingenuity Design Group
Golden, Colorado
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$90k - $120k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Embedded Software Engineer
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Embedded Software Engineer
Ingenuity Design Group
Golden, Colorado
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$90k - $120k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Cambridge Mobile Telematics
Senior Software Engineer in Test, Embedded Firmware
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Cambridge Mobile Telematics
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Senior Software Engineer in Test, Embedded Firmware
Cambridge Mobile Telematics
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$103k - $129k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Remote Embedded Software Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Canonical USA
Canonical USA4 open roles
ASML
ASML2 open roles
Lynx
Lynx2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Manufacturing
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote embedded software engineer jobs.

  • Proficiency in C or C++ for bare-metal and RTOS-based embedded development
  • Experience with real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or Zephyr
  • Familiarity with communication protocols including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Ethernet
  • Hands-on debugging with JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and in-circuit emulators
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
  • Knowledge of low-level hardware-software integration including memory-mapped I/O and interrupt handling

Tips for Your Remote Embedded Software Engineer Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote embedded software engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles matched to your stack and apply directly. Remote positions at distributed teams fill fast, so applying within the first few days of a posting matters.

Show firmware work in a public repository

Remote hiring managers can't watch you work, so your GitHub does the talking. Commit real firmware projects, RTOS configurations, and driver code with clear README files that explain the hardware target, toolchain, and what you solved. Undocumented code tells remote employers nothing.

Demonstrate async debugging communication

Remote embedded roles require you to describe hardware-software problems in writing, not on a whiteboard. Practice writing concise bug reports that include signal traces, memory maps, and reproduction steps. Showing this skill in your cover letter or a writing sample separates you from candidates who only demo in person.

Target remote-first firmware and IoT companies

Search specifically for companies that describe themselves as remote-first or fully distributed, not just remote-friendly. Remote-first IoT product companies and firmware consultancies have workflows built for distributed engineers, which means better tooling, documented processes, and less pressure to relocate later.

Remote Embedded Software Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote embedded software engineer job?

Target companies that run distributed hardware-software teams, such as remote-first firmware consultancies, IoT product companies, and defense contractors with distributed engineering organizations. Remote employers screen for self-directed debugging habits, clear written communication about hardware-software interfaces, and hands-on fluency in C, C++, RTOS platforms, and debugging tools like JTAG and oscilloscopes. A public GitHub with firmware projects and documented async communication skills gives you a clear edge.

Which companies hire remote embedded software engineers?

Employers currently hiring remote embedded software engineers include Canonical USA, ASML, and Lynx, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These range from remote-first IoT and medical device companies to distributed defense and automotive teams that hire embedded engineers regardless of location.

Can you get a remote embedded software engineer job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level embedded roles are competitive because employers expect you to debug hardware-software issues independently from day one. IoT startups and small firmware consultancies are most likely to hire entry-level remote candidates. A strong GitHub with personal microcontroller or RTOS projects, contributions to open-source embedded projects, or a completed internship with documented remote deliverables can substitute for professional experience.

Do you need a degree for remote embedded software engineer jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers in IoT, defense contracting, and firmware development weigh demonstrated skills over credentials, especially when candidates can show shipped firmware, documented embedded projects, or proficiency with specific toolchains like Zephyr, FreeRTOS, or Yocto. A degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering is preferred for some hardware-adjacent roles, but a strong portfolio and relevant certifications often carry equal weight.

Which industries hire the most remote embedded software engineers?

Remote embedded software engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors rely on distributed engineering teams to develop and maintain firmware across product lines without requiring engineers to be co-located with hardware labs full time.

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