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Principal Embedded Engineer

HonorVet TechnologiesLake Forest, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 20 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

As a Principal Embedded Engineer at HonorVet Technologies, you will spearhead innovative embedded software development for critical medical devices, gaining significant experience with regulatory compliance and cutting-edge ARM architecture migration. This leadership role is ideal for engineers with a strong background in C/C++, RTOS, and hardware-level debugging who are eager to contribute to a reputable organization with potential for long-term career growth. Apply now to leverage your expertise and make a tangible impact in a mission-critical sector.

Quick Overview

Work Type
On Site
Level
Leader

Job Description

HonorVet Technologies (SDVOSB) is a certified veteran-owned staffing and workforce solutions company recognized for its industry certifications, commitment to quality talent acquisition, and excellence in delivering IT, healthcare, federal, state, and SLED (State, Local, and Education) staffing services, helping organizations build reliable, compliant, and high-performing teams across mission-critical sectors.

Title/Level: Principal Embedded Engineer
Location: Lake Forest, CA
Contract Length: 6-9 months contract and then looking to convert to perm for right candidate
Interview Process: 2 rounds
5 days onsite

Minimum Requirements:
1. Bachelor''s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
2. 6+ years hands on embedded software development experience

Description:
Must Have
1. Experience developing embedded software for medical devices according to FDA/ISO regulations (including IEC 62304) and writing supporting design and test documentation.
2. Proficient in migrating ARM legacy code to new ARM Boards. This includes creating bootloaders and application code as well as developing device drivers.
3. Experience with RTOS (CMX, ThreadX, or similar) and RTOS based applications and multi-threaded applications.
4. Proficient programming in C++ and C targeting embedded modules.
5. Experience with CAN, Ethernet, SPI, UART, I2C, Client''s and DAC''s.
6. Strong debugging skills at component-level designs on the PCBA or within an integrated product.
7. Proficient in using lab equipment (logic analyzers, in-circuit emulators, oscilloscopes and DVMs) to debug and troubleshoot designs
8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
9. Ability to work independently while collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) to meet project schedule and project milestones.
10. Ability to work on multiple projects with prioritizations aligned with project deliverables
Nice to Have
1. Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle Management (SDLC).
2. Experience with simulation and debug tools (ex: CANoe, Lauterbach)
3. Experience with waveform generation, transducer signal sampling, motor control and other electromechanical control
4. Experience in using static analysis, unit testing and other tools/methods.
5. Experience using Git and Azure DevOps
6. Experience in working in a Continuous Integration (CI) environment
7. Experience with Python for general purpose scripting
8. Good interpersonal & Communication skills.

Skills

Azure
C++
Git
Python

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