Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Actalent

The Software Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software that interfaces directly with hardware. This role involves close collaboration with team members to support integration between hardware, firmware, and Windows IOT applications using QT.

• Design, develop, and maintain software that interfaces with hardware.
• Collaborate with team members to integrate hardware, firmware, and Windows IOT applications using QT.
• Support the product launch of new devices by working closely with Electrical Engineers, FPGA Engineers, and other disciplines.

• Proficient in C++ development.
• Experience interfacing with FPGA.
• Experience in full product lifecycle development.
• Knowledge of QT.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in embedded applications, real-time systems, and multi-threaded programming.
• Debugging skills using oscilloscopes.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport Beach, CA.

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $90.00/hr.

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.

For this temporary role, benefits 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 onsite position in Newport Beach, CA.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 2026.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.