principal software engineering Principal Engineer tech_leadership Bachelor's · Posted Jun 14, 2026

About this role

Analog Devices is hiring a principal-level Principal Engineer in the software engineering function based in Cortes Valencianas, Spain. The posting calls out experience with C, Linux, Embedded Systems. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Role
Principal Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
principal
Track
Tech leadership
Employment
Full-time
Location
Cortes Valencianas, Spain
Education
Bachelor's degree
Posted
Jun 14, 2026
AI Summary
Develop and maintain embedded software in C/C++ for RF and data converter products, including low-level firmware, device drivers, and hardware-facing APIs. Support silicon bring-up, debug complex system issues, and collaborate across hardware, systems, and validation teams. Requires strong technical expertise and independence.

Job description

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About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

          

Job Description Summary

The Senior Embedded Software Engineer (P4) will develop and maintain embedded software solutions for RF and data converter products. This role involves low-level software development, close interaction with hardware, and ownership of complex features across multiple products. The position requires strong technical expertise, independence, and effective cross‑functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C/C++ for RF and data‑converter platforms
  • Develop and support low-level firmware, device drivers, and hardware-facing APIs
  • Support silicon bring‑up, integration, and debug on evaluation boards and lab systems
  • Collaborate with hardware, systems, validation, applications, and tools teams
  • Debug complex system issues spanning firmware, hardware, and software tools
  • Contribute to software architecture decisions, code reviews, and design discussions
  • Produce and maintain technical documentation for internal and external use
  • Support multiple projects, releases, and customer issues in parallel

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • Strong experience in embedded software development (C/C++), typically 6–10+ years
  • Solid understanding of embedded systems architecture, including ARM‑based systems
  • Experience with memory‑mapped I/O, interrupts, DMA, and real‑time constraints
  • Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills, including use of lab equipment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with RF systems, data converters, or signal processing products
  • Familiarity with Linux‑based embedded systems and/or RTOS environments
  • Experience supporting new silicon bring‑up or pre‑silicon environments
  • Python or scripting experience for automation, tooling, or test
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers or acting as a technical lead

Level Expectations – P4

  • Operates as a senior individual contributor with limited supervision
  • Owns complex features or subsystems end‑to‑end
  • Provides technical guidance and influences team‑level decisions
  • Balances hands‑on development with architectural thinking

Additional Information

  • Travel: Up to 10%.
  • Location:  Valencia, Spain

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For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export  licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.  As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type: Experienced

          

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

          

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

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