EMBEDDED SYSTEM DEVELOPER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Jun 02, 2025 - The Embedded System Developer specializes in real-time, event-based systems on embedded microcontrollers using C and C++. Skilled in-circuit debugging, and electronic assembly, and proficient in Java, HTML, XML, and Linux. Bring strong English skills and a self-reliant, team-oriented work ethic.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Embedded System Developer Resume
- C Programming
- C++ Programming
- Microcontroller Programming
- Real-Time Operating Systems
- Circuit Design
- PCB Layout
- Embedded Linux
- FPGA Development
- CAN Protocol
- ARM Architecture
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Creativity
- Project Management
- Continuous Learning
Summary of Embedded System Developer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Electrical Engineering with 6 Years of Experience
- Hardware development experience
- Must have experience with device drivers
- Must have embedded Linux experience
- Experience with any combination of C/C++, or C# programming languages.
- Embedded software experience development in C/C++.
- Experience with Windows application development, graphical user interface implementation, and software installation.
- Professional experience as an embedded C++ developer,
- General understanding of vehicle architecture, vehicle communication protocol such as Ethernet/CAN/LIN/FlexRay
- Understand microcontroller arch, real-time OS, Autosar configuration
- Fluent in English with strong communication skills
2. BA in Computer Engineering with 8 Years of Experience
- Experience in embedded software development
- Strong C / C++ programming experience a must, MATLAB experience is highly desired
- Must have demonstrated experience in microcontroller-based platform
- Experience with FreeRTOS
- Deep knowledge of developing systems with wireless communication protocols
- Knowledge of DSP or wireless communication systems
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Result-oriented and true team worker
3. BA in Software Engineering with 4 Years of Experience
- Experience with real-time systems on embedded microcontrollers, C, C++, event-based, decentralized microcomputer systems, and common fieldbus and network protocols
- Basic knowledge of object-oriented software design, ARM microcontrollers, CAN, Java, HTML, XML and LINUX
- Experience in the field of software development or experience in project work during studies.
- Very good knowledge of English as well as a self-reliant and team-oriented way of working
- Experience with C for microcontrollers
- Experience with electronic circuits bring-up and debugging hardware and software on microcontrollers
- Basic experience with the assembly of small microcontrollers
- A clear understanding of electronic diagrams and printed circuit designs
- Experience with the selection and use of basic electronic circuits and sensors
- Experience with RTOS, USB, and TCP/IP stacks
- A team player with the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team consisting of software, electronic, and mechanical sub-teams