ACARA Jobs
Embedded Software Engineer
Apply- ID: 558140
- Posted: 3/16/2026
- Location: Scottsdale, AZ
- Category: IT - Software Development
- Job Type: Temp to Direct
- Duration: Contract to Di
Description
Acara Solution is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for our client, located in Scottsdale, AZ
- Design, develop, and test embedded software and firmware for microcontrollers and embedded platforms.
- Write efficient, reliable code in C / C++ for real-time embedded systems.
- Work closely with hardware engineers to integrate software with electronic components and peripherals.
- Develop device drivers, board support packages (BSP), and low-level interfaces.
- Debug and troubleshoot system-level issues using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and debuggers.
- Optimize system performance, memory usage, and power consumption.
- Implement and maintain RTOS-based applications where required.
- Participate in code reviews and maintain documentation for firmware design.
- Support product testing, validation, and production release.
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Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering or Science or Engineering or Technology or Mathematics
- Minimum 5 years of experience in software architecture
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
- Master's Degree
- Agile experience.
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming languages.
- Knowledge of networking protocols and socket programming.
- Strong Linux background, including device trees and drivers.
- Hands-on experience with microcontroller programming and debugging.
- Familiarity with hardware interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, and GPIO.
- Proficiency in using debugging tools like GDB, JTAG, and logic analyzers.
- Experience with cross-compilation and toolchains for embedded systems.
- Understanding of memory management and performance optimization in embedded systems.
- Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
- Knowledge of cryptographic protocols such as SSL/TLS, IPsec, and PGP.
- Understanding of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) concepts.
- Familiarity with hypervisors and virtualization technologies (e.g., KVM, Xen).
- Ability to read and understand hardware schematics and datasheets.
- Proficiency with Buildroot or similar build systems for embedded Linux.
- Knowledge of security practices in embedded systems development.
- Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle
- Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideas
- Passionate about embedded systems
- Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
Additional Information:
- Requires the ability to obtain an Active Secret Clearance
- Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.