Embedded System Engineer

abra • Wheaton, IL

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About The Position

abra R&D is seeking an Embedded System Engineer!
In this position, you will serve as a key bridge between hardware and software, taking full ownership of embedded system integration. You will design and develop low-level components while maintaining a strong understanding of system-level and application-layer behavior.
You will act as a central technical authority in the team, leading development efforts, driving integration across subsystems, and ensuring seamless communication between hardware and software domains.

Requirements

• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in embedded systems / firmware development.
• Strong experience in low-level programming (C/C++) and system-level understanding.
• Hands-on experience working with Linux in embedded environments.
• Proven ability to work across hardware and software interfaces (system integration).
• Strong system-level thinking and architecture understanding.
• Ability to work independently and take full ownership of a domain.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or familiarity with Lua

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain low-level embedded software while understanding and interfacing with higher-level application layers.
• Lead system integration efforts between hardware and software components.
• Perform debugging and troubleshooting
• Work with Linux-based embedded environments.
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers to ensure proper system functionality.
• Take ownership of features and drive them from concept through development, integration, and deployment.
• Travel abroad as needed for collaboration, integration, and field support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level