STEM OPT Embedded Systems Engineer Jobs
Embedded Systems Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT because they sit squarely within STEM CIP codes covering electrical, computer, and software engineering. Your 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months of work authorization, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and you complete an I-983 training plan tied to your engineering degree.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Gentex, you’ll help create innovative technologies that improve how people live, travel, and stay connected. Join a company driven by quality products across an evolving range of industries.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Embedded Software Engineer II at Gentex creates software code designs to meet product requirements. This position requires interfacing with all groups within the company to define, design, develop, track, debug, and test products that fulfill the customer's needs.
Location: This position requires on-site work at Gentex facilities. This role is not eligible for remote work.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Execution of full development lifecycle including Requirements Analysis, Software Architecture, Software Design, Algorithm Design, Unit Test Development, Integration Test Development, Embedded Software Development, Software Verification and Validation.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams inclusive of Hardware, Mechanical, Product, Software Project Engineering and System Engineering.
- Help design and implement new features for our embedded platforms, including, but not limited to, bringing up new cameras, SoC’s, sensors, chipsets and other driver development.
- Participate in code reviews, estimation and planning meetings.
- Active involvement in process improvement and software compliance activities.
- Assist in the recruiting and screening of candidates, as required.
- Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
- Other duties as assigned.
HOW YOU’LL DO IT
- Problem solving - Defining a problem, determining the cause, identifying, prioritizing and selecting alternatives for a solution, and implementing a solution.
- Quality focus - Promoting and maintaining high standards of work, looking for ways to improve products and services, while encouraging coworkers to do so as well.
- Situational adaptability - Ability to work with evolving systems, processes and structures, demonstrating the flexibility to adapt to changing environments, requirements and regulations.
- Conceptual thinking - Finding effective solutions by taking a holistic, abstract, or theoretical perspective.
- Building collaborative relationships - Developing, maintaining, and strengthening partnerships with others inside or outside the organization.
- Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
- Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.
WHAT TO BRING
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
- 2+ years of technical experience in all phases of software development lifecycle.
- Detailed, ongoing, current knowledge of electronics components and systems.
- High proficiency in C, C++ languages, assembly languages, and real time operating systems.
- In-depth knowledge of embedded systems.
- Requires a person who is highly motivated and demonstrates good communication and people skills.
- Must be able to balance multiple responsibilities and have strong multi-tasking skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
WHAT WILL HELP
- Strong Linux Experience.
- Experience working on video, audio, signal processing and compression.
- Experience working on Camera development and Image Signal Processing.
- Experience working on Wi-Fi and BLE.
- Familiarity with tools like Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, JIRA, Azure DevOps etc.
- Familiarity with Agile processes.
- Familiarity with static analysis tools, code coverage metrics and unit test generation.
Gentex is an equal opportunity employer
Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.
Assistance
Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at recruiting@gentex.com. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Understand your right to work
At Gentex, we use E-verify to confirm you're authorized to work in the U.S.
E-Verify – English & Spanish
Right to Work – English
Right to Work – Spanish
At Gentex, you’ll help create innovative technologies that improve how people live, travel, and stay connected. Join a company driven by quality products across an evolving range of industries.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Embedded Software Engineer II at Gentex creates software code designs to meet product requirements. This position requires interfacing with all groups within the company to define, design, develop, track, debug, and test products that fulfill the customer's needs.
Location: This position requires on-site work at Gentex facilities. This role is not eligible for remote work.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Execution of full development lifecycle including Requirements Analysis, Software Architecture, Software Design, Algorithm Design, Unit Test Development, Integration Test Development, Embedded Software Development, Software Verification and Validation.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams inclusive of Hardware, Mechanical, Product, Software Project Engineering and System Engineering.
- Help design and implement new features for our embedded platforms, including, but not limited to, bringing up new cameras, SoC’s, sensors, chipsets and other driver development.
- Participate in code reviews, estimation and planning meetings.
- Active involvement in process improvement and software compliance activities.
- Assist in the recruiting and screening of candidates, as required.
- Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
- Other duties as assigned.
HOW YOU’LL DO IT
- Problem solving - Defining a problem, determining the cause, identifying, prioritizing and selecting alternatives for a solution, and implementing a solution.
- Quality focus - Promoting and maintaining high standards of work, looking for ways to improve products and services, while encouraging coworkers to do so as well.
- Situational adaptability - Ability to work with evolving systems, processes and structures, demonstrating the flexibility to adapt to changing environments, requirements and regulations.
- Conceptual thinking - Finding effective solutions by taking a holistic, abstract, or theoretical perspective.
- Building collaborative relationships - Developing, maintaining, and strengthening partnerships with others inside or outside the organization.
- Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
- Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.
WHAT TO BRING
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
- 2+ years of technical experience in all phases of software development lifecycle.
- Detailed, ongoing, current knowledge of electronics components and systems.
- High proficiency in C, C++ languages, assembly languages, and real time operating systems.
- In-depth knowledge of embedded systems.
- Requires a person who is highly motivated and demonstrates good communication and people skills.
- Must be able to balance multiple responsibilities and have strong multi-tasking skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
WHAT WILL HELP
- Strong Linux Experience.
- Experience working on video, audio, signal processing and compression.
- Experience working on Camera development and Image Signal Processing.
- Experience working on Wi-Fi and BLE.
- Familiarity with tools like Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, JIRA, Azure DevOps etc.
- Familiarity with Agile processes.
- Familiarity with static analysis tools, code coverage metrics and unit test generation.
Gentex is an equal opportunity employer
Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.
Assistance
Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at recruiting@gentex.com. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Understand your right to work
At Gentex, we use E-verify to confirm you're authorized to work in the U.S.
E-Verify – English & Spanish
Right to Work – English
Right to Work – Spanish
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Embedded Systems Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code maps to a STEM-designated field, electrical engineering (14.10), computer engineering (14.09), or computer science (11.07) are the most common matches for embedded systems roles. Your DSO confirms the mapping before approving your extension.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you negotiate an offer. STEM OPT extensions are invalid without it, and many smaller embedded systems firms, including defense contractors, aren't enrolled despite being eligible employers.
Target employers with active LCA filings in hardware roles
Search DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data filtered by SOC code 17-2061 (Electrical Engineers) or 15-1252 (Software Developers, Embedded) to find companies that routinely file for these roles. Migrate Mate surfaces this data so you can filter employers by filing history before applying.
Build your I-983 training plan around specific engineering deliverables
Don't use a generic job description. Your I-983 must list measurable learning objectives tied to embedded systems work, firmware development cycles, hardware validation protocols, or RTOS integration tasks. USCIS expects concrete technical milestones, not broad role summaries.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark offers by metro area
Embedded systems salaries vary sharply between defense corridors like the D.C. metro and tech hubs like San Jose. Run the OFLC Wage Search by SOC code and location to confirm any offer meets prevailing wage Level I or II before you sign, since underpaid offers create LCA compliance risk.
Flag cap-gap timing when switching roles mid-OPT
If you're changing embedded systems employers after an H-1B visa petition is filed on your behalf, your cap-gap protection runs through September 30 of the fiscal year. Coordinate your I-983 update with your DSO immediately on day one at the new employer to avoid a gap in authorized training.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my engineering degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as an Embedded Systems Engineer?
Your degree qualifies if it carries a STEM-designated CIP code. Electrical engineering (14.10), computer engineering (14.09), and computer science (11.07) all support embedded systems work and appear on the STEM OPT CIP code list maintained by the Department of Homeland Security. Your DSO verifies the match and authorizes the extension on your I-20. Degrees in general business or communications do not qualify regardless of your job title.
Can I start working as an Embedded Systems Engineer at a company that isn't enrolled in E-Verify?
No. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student. If your employer isn't enrolled before your extension begins, your work authorization for that job is invalid. Ask your HR contact to confirm enrollment status in writing before your start date, and verify it yourself through the E-Verify employer search tool maintained by the Department of Homeland Security.
What should my I-983 training plan include for an Embedded Systems Engineer role?
Your I-983 must describe how the job directly relates to your STEM degree with specific, measurable training goals. For embedded systems work, that means listing concrete objectives like developing firmware for a specific microcontroller family, implementing real-time operating system modules, or conducting hardware-in-the-loop testing. USCIS expects technical detail tied to your degree field, not a copy of your job description. Your employer signs off, and your DSO approves it before your extension starts.
How does cap-gap protection work if my employer files an H-1B petition while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your employer files a timely H-1B cap-subject petition before your STEM OPT expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You don't need a new EAD. Your I-983 training plan remains in effect during cap-gap, and you must stay at the same employer. If the petition isn't selected or is denied, your work authorization ends and you must stop working immediately.
Where can I find Embedded Systems Engineer jobs at companies already enrolled in E-Verify?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active DOL filing history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally hire you as a STEM OPT student. You can also cross-reference O*NET for the occupation profile under SOC code 17-2061 to understand which industries employ the most embedded systems engineers and target your search by sector.