Embedded Software Engineer (Integrated System Test, Sunnyvale)
At a glance
Mid-level Embedded & Firmware role at Teradyne. Sunnyvale · $142,600–$228,200 base.
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What you'll do
- Build and maintain C and C++ software for Linux and embedded platforms, connecting hardware and operating system components
- Track down and improve difficult integration problems involving hardware, software, boards, and multithreaded applications
- Provide APIs and services that let higher-level applications use embedded system capabilities
- Apply current development practices and AI-assisted tools to improve software quality and engineering efficiency
What you bring
- Strong C and C++ skills for embedded and system-level software
- Linux development experience across user applications, device drivers, bootloaders, and cross-compilation
- A bachelor's degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
- Experience with embedded interfaces such as SPI, I²C, UART, Ethernet, or PCIe, and with AI-assisted development tools
Who this fits
This role suits an embedded engineer who can work across low-level Linux software, hardware integration, and application-facing services. You'll collaborate with hardware and software engineers and product managers, and explain technical issues, project status, and risks to peers, managers, and customers. The position is based in Sunnyvale.
From the employer
We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!
We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.
Our Purpose
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and drives excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team—one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
Opportunity Overview
The Teradyne IST (Integrated System Test) Software team is seeking a highly motivated and technically driven Embedded Software Engineer to develop software for cutting-edge test platforms.
In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain software that interfaces directly with hardware and operating system components while providing robust APIs and services to higher-level applications. You will work closely with hardware engineers, software engineers, and product managers to design and deliver reliable, high-performance solutions used in advanced semiconductor test systems.
This is an opportunity to contribute across the full embedded software stack, from low-level hardware interaction and Linux platform development to application software and system integration.
- Design, develop, and maintain software solutions in C and C++ for Linux-based and embedded systems.
- Debug and optimize complex hardware/software integration issues across system- and board-level components.
- Contribute to software quality and engineering efficiency through modern software development practices and use of AI-assisted tools.
All About You
- Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex technical issues, project status, and risks to peers, managers, and customers.
- Experience implementing Agile software development practices like story planning, bug tracking, release planning, and sprint retrospectives.
- Strong proficiency in C and C++ software development for embedded and system-level applications.
- Experience developing software on Linux platforms, including user-space applications, device drivers, bootloaders, and cross-compilation environments.
- Experience debugging complex hardware/software integration issues and multithreaded applications.
- Experience with embedded communication interfaces such as SPI, I²C, UART, Ethernet, PCIe, or similar technologies.
- Experience applying AI-assisted tools to software engineering.
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python for automation, testing, and tooling.
- Experience in test, instrumentation, and automation domains.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
Compensation:
The base salary range for this role is $142,600 - $228,200. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.
Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.
Benefits:
Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.
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