Associate Director of Embedded Software Engineering
Role summary
An innovative engineering organization in Irvine, CA, is seeking an Associate Director of Embedded Software Engineering for a full-time, onsite role. This leadership position focuses on advanced wireless and embedded systems development, including Linux kernel development, device drivers, networking, and secure systems. The role involves guiding a team, staying hands-on with complex technologies, and contributing to high-performance, reliable, and secure products. Requires U.S. Citizenship due to government-related project work. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, a minimum of 8 years of embedded systems experience, and strong expertise in C programming and Linux kernel driver development.
Associate Director of Embedded Software Engineering
Location:
Irvine, CA (100% onsite – relocation required; relocation package available)
Duration
: Full-Time
Rate:
$200,000 - $250,000 USD
This Irvine, CA–based opportunity is with an innovative engineering organization focused on advanced wireless and embedded systems development. The role centers on cutting-edge embedded software engineering, including Linux kernel development, device drivers, networking, and secure systems, in a full-time leadership capacity.
This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll guide a talented team while staying hands-on with complex, mission-critical technologies. You’ll influence engineering direction, work on deeply technical challenges, and contribute to products that demand high performance, reliability, and security. The environment offers strong technical growth, meaningful ownership, and the chance to build and mentor a high-performing team. This role requires U.S. Citizenship due to government-related project work
Duration:
Full-Time/Direct Hire
Required Skills & Experience
· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
· Minimum 8 years of embedded systems software development experience
· Experience leading engineering teams while contributing hands-on
· Strong expertise in C programming
· Experience with board support packages and secure boot (AMD UltraScale+ MPSoC and/or Microchip PolarFire SoC)
· Linux kernel driver development expertise
· Strong networking configuration and programming experience
· Must be a U.S. Citizen (required for government-related work)
· Ability to pass background check and drug test
· Must relocate to Irvine, CA and work onsite 100%
Desired Skills & Experience
· Experience with security protocols and encryption algorithms (e.g., CNSA suite)
· Scripting experience (Bash, Python)
· Experience with audio codecs and streaming protocols
· Familiarity with networking protocols such as IPsec, IGMP, SNMP
· Knowledge of NIST FIPS 140-3 and NIAP Common Criteria
· Experience developing communication and networking products
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
· 100% Embedded Systems / Networking / Linux
Daily Responsibilities
· 60% Hands On
· 20% Management Duties
· 20% Team Collaboration
