Embedded Software Engineer
- Pay
- $120,000 – $175,000 per year
- Location
- El Segundo, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- DO-178C
- embedded C
- RTOS
- DO-178C DAL A
- low-level drivers
Also useful
- C++
- Python
- bootloader development
- bare metal programming
Stated benefits & perks
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Pto
About the role
We're on a mission to make the skies safe and accessible for everyone. Our technology gives pilots greater control by simplifying the management of any aircraft during standard flight operations, inclement weather, and emergencies. Our SkyOS solution, rigorously and relentlessly developed by skilled and dedicated Skyrysers, is the key to unlocking this unbounded future. Our technology, combined with our commitment to saving lives and our passion for aviation, will empower everyone to experience the joy and freedom of flight.
Embedded Software Engineer - El Segundo, Ca
In this role, you are responsible for the development of the Fly-By-Wire software starting with requirements specification, software design, verification and validation of the software per ARP 4754A, DO-178C, DO-330, and DO-331 requirements and support all FAA/DER reviews.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop flight software in embedded C in accordance with DO-178C DAL A.
- Develop low-level drivers and safety-critical monitoring systems for flight-critical applications.
- Develop and test embedded software components to interface with and control peripherals such as motors, encoders, heaters, and sensors.
- Collaborate with electrical engineers on hardware/software integration, including bring-up of new hardware and resolution of interface issues.
- Write, review, and approve software requirements, architecture, and design documents; support review of system-level requirements.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of development and verification processes to reduce cost and cycle time.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of professional working experience.
- Experience building low-level drivers in embedded C.
- Experience with RTOS.
- Experience in developing software requirements, design, test, and verification documents.
- Experience in working with oscilloscopes, DMMs, and understanding schematics.
- Self-starter with ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar engineering discipline.
- Proficiency with some of the following tools: C/C++, Python.
- Experience with bootloader, multi-target, and bare metal programming.
- Experience developing and verifying safety-critical software (e.g., DO-178C or similar standards).
- Experience with certification of software, systems, and subsystems working with DER/FAA.
Why Skyryse?
- The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
- Salary Range: $120,000 - $175,000
- Valuable stock option plan
- Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
- Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
- A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!
Employment is contingent upon confirmation of authorization to export in accordance with the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security Export Administration Regulations.
NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
From Skyryse's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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Common questions
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The Embedded Software Engineer posting at Skyryse states compensation of $120,000 – $175,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Skyryse's official career site.
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This Embedded Software Engineer position at Skyryse is located in El Segundo, CA (On-site). Always check Skyryse's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
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