Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Rust)

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Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer with a strong preference for candidates proficient in Rust. This role requires a deep understanding of real-time embedded software philosophies and practices, particularly with Linux kernel internals and networking subsystems architecture. The ideal candidate will possess robust debugging skills and experience in developing embedded software in assembly, C/C++, Rust, or other languages, specifically for microcontrollers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software, including hardware drivers, in assembly, C/C++, Rust, or other languages.
• Utilize in-depth knowledge of Linux kernel internals such as process scheduler, memory management, concurrency/synchronization, memory allocation, and file systems.
• Demonstrate strong debugging skills to validate and exercise systems from user space and work with user space API.
• Review schematics and utilize logic analyzers for embedded software troubleshooting.
• Engage in middleware programming and device software development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and systems architects, to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software components.
  
  

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a focus on Rust or C++.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience developing software in Rust.
• Proficiency in developing and debugging embedded software, with experience in designing fault-tolerant and high-reliability systems.
• Strong understanding of low-level communications such as PCIe, Ethernet, SPI, and I2C.
• Proficiency in using Git for version control.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a similar field.
• Experience with full software development lifecycle, including coding standards, code reviews, and build processes.
• Familiarity with integrated development environments, such as Visual Studio Code.
• Professional experience at a leading tech company or comparable industry leader.
• Experience in developing networking devices with data and control plane components.
• Full stack embedded development experience, including low-level programming and hardware/software integration.
  
  

Work Environment

The position offers a remote work option, requiring support for a PST schedule. Candidates should be prepared to undertake 20% new development work and 80% understanding and improving existing systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, California. (Northridge)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $95.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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