Embedded Software Engineer
Emergent Software · Carlsbad, California, United States ·
- Category
- Embedded
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Visa sponsorship
- No
- Salary
- USD 150,000 – 190,000 / year
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Direct-hire, on-site role (via Emergent Staffing) in Carlsbad, CA to serve as technical owner of a high-voltage battery management system (BMS) platform for an EV/vehicle client — driving architecture, embedded driver development, board bring-up, and validation. Core tech: C/C++, bare-metal embedded systems, Linux, Git, Python.
**This is a direct hire for one of our clients working on site out of the Carlsbad, CA offices. Eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without visa or sponsorship.**
Our client is seeking a Embedded Software Engineer (Battery Management System) to lead development of a high-voltage BMS platform. This individual will serve as the technical owner for BMS software, driving architecture, implementation, validation, and long-term strategy while partnering with embedded software and electrical engineering teams. This role is critical to maintaining ownership of core vehicle intellectual property and closing a key technical gap within the engineering organization.
Lead development and ownership of high-voltage BMS software
Define technical direction and execution plans for the BMS program
Design, develop, debug, test, and validate embedded software
Translate system requirements into software architecture and implementation
Develop embedded drivers from hardware schematics and component datasheets
Bring up, test, and troubleshoot new circuit board designs
Collaborate with electrical, systems, and embedded software teams
Participate in code, software design, and schematic reviews
Maintain high standards for software quality, performance, and maintainability
Support internal ownership of critical vehicle technology
Mentor junior engineers as the team grows
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
10+ years of embedded software development experience
3+ years of high-voltage Battery Management System experience
Strong C programming skills with working knowledge of C++
Experience with bare-metal embedded systems
Deep understanding of distributed high-voltage BMS architectures
Knowledge of functional safety principles
Experience in Linux development environments
Proficiency with Git and source control practices
Experience using Python
Track record of delivering production-quality embedded software
Experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, logic analyzers, and related test equipment
Strong technical communication skills
Ability to take ownership and lead complex engineering initiatives
Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment
Automotive EV battery systems experience
Experience with Tesla, Rivian, hybrid vehicle programs, or similar organizations
Knowledge of EV architectures and subsystems
Experience with CAN bus and LIN bus communications
Familiarity with Jira
Background in aerospace, medical device, industrial automation, or other high-voltage industries
Leadership or mentoring experience
Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools
At Emergent Staffing, we work hard to find the Engineers who are the right fit for our clients. Here are the steps of our vetting process for this position:
Application (5 minutes)
Online Assessment (40-60 minutes)
Initial Video Interview (30-45 minutes)
Video Interview with Hiring Manager (30-45minutes)
Technical Interview On-site (60-90 minutes)
Final Leadership Interview On-site (60 minutes)
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