Embedded System Design Engineer

Analog Devices • Wilmington, MA

77d • $125,250 - $187,875

About The Position

Analog Devices’ Advanced Physical Technology (APT) group is seeking a highly skilled Embedded System Design Engineer to drive the development of next-generation systems for strategic, high-impact products. This role focuses on designing, verifying, and productizing embedded systems for cutting-edge applications. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in embedded MCU design, a passion for rapid prototyping, and the ability to collaborate across APT and Business Units to accelerate innovation.

Requirements

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in power or sensor system development.
• Demonstrated expertise in motor control or sensor fusion algorithms.
• Extensive experience with ARM Cortex MCUs, including low-level programming and real-time system design.
• Proficiency with embedded debugging tools (JTAG, GDB, etc.).
• Experience with automated testing frameworks for embedded systems.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, assembly, and familiarity with RTOS-based development.
• Solid understanding of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN).
• Strong analytical and simulation skills for system-level performance evaluation.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience with hardware design tools (Allegro, Altium Designer, OrCAD) and simulation platforms (MATLAB/Simulink).

Responsibilities

• Define system architecture and technical specifications, including communication interfaces and documentation.
• Lead the design and integration of hardware and firmware to meet performance, reliability, and SWaP-C (Size, Weight, Power, and Cost) optimization goals.
• Integrate advanced algorithms into embedded firmware on ARM Cortex MCUs and validate system-level performance.
• Utilize debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, GDB) to diagnose and optimize embedded systems.
• Conduct hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, simulation, and validation in real-world environments.
• Develop and implement automated testing frameworks to ensure module reliability and performance.
• Architect and implement algorithms to enhance system capabilities and efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, supporting system integration and embedded development across teams.

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental coverage
• 401k
• Paid vacation
• Holidays
• Sick time
• Discretionary performance-based bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees