Principal Embedded Software Engineer

The employer is a networking company that designs connectivity products for enterprises and carriers.

The employer is looking for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer in McKinney, TX. In this role you will set technical direction alongside an experienced electrical & computer engineering team and take real ownership of your work. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is on site at our McKinney location.

What you’ll do

• Write device drivers for sensors, communication buses and peripherals
• Write unit and hardware-in-the-loop tests
• Develop firmware in C and C++ for microcontroller-based products
• Bring up new hardware with the electrical engineering team
• Mentor junior engineers and review their work
• Set technical standards and guide decisions across multiple projects

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
• 8+ years of relevant professional experience
• Ability to read schematics and datasheets
• Experience with an RTOS or bare-metal firmware
• Strong C programming skills for resource-constrained systems
• A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery

Nice to have

• Experience with Bluetooth Low Energy or other wireless stacks
• Experience in a regulated industry (medical, automotive, aerospace)

Compensation and benefits

The pay range for this position in McKinney, TX is $168,000 – $214,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.

• Wellness stipend
• Flexible spending accounts
• Annual professional development and certification budget
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental and vision insurance starting on day one
• Commuter benefits

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.