Embedded Software Engineer

Our new global headquarters is conveniently located in Irvine, CA near John Wayne Airport in the Park Place development. For our onsite and hybrid employees you will be able to enjoy amenities such as access to many restaurants and shops, running trails, a fitness deck, outdoor seating, dry cleaning, car wash, free garage parking, car charging stations, shuttle service for train commuters, outdoor games like bocce, horseshoes, gaming tables, pickle ball, and basketball. For more information on Park Place visit

Who We Are:

Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!

How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more.

If you want to learn more about us visit us at
And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to

Job Summary:

Panasonic Avionics Corporation is developing a next generation platform that provides well-defined capabilities and services which reduce costs, allows the Inflight Entertainment and Communications (IFEC) ecosystem of PAC and Airline developers and third parties to quickly build applications, and integrate services to improve the passenger experience and generate additional revenue for airlines and Panasonic.

We are looking for Developer who can work on Framework and Android Services/App development. Projects may include Linux applications, networked client-server applications, may include lower level interfaces with devices.

We are looking for a motivated, driven, and collaborative Software Engineer with experience in embedded software development to join a talented team that conducts research, design and development of software running on Android, Linux to power our latest products .

This position allows for hybrid remote working up to 50% of the time.

Major Responsibilities:

• Designs, modifies, and implements complex software network solutions from functional and system design specifications.
• Codes, integrates, tests, debugs, and refines the software to produce IFE solutions.
• Develops software tools and subsystems to support software development, test, and reuse, and manages implementation for projects requiring extensive investigation and clarification.
• Enhances software to reduce operating time or improve efficiency and robustness.
• Reviews, evaluates, and analyzes system designs and interfaces.
• Prepares, reviews, and evaluates interface documentation, specifications, test plans and procedures.
• Assists in definition, analysis, and allocation of requirements.
• Documents designs in engineering documents including functional block diagrams and data/logic flow charts.
• Maintains the developed software efficiently through familiarity with software lifecycles.
• Provides leadership and/or technical guidance to lower-level engineers, designers and support personnel as assigned.
  
  

The salary range of $90,000 - $151,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Sciences, Computer Engineering or Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ of software development experience.
• Java, C/C++ programming experience in Linux environment including TCP/IP network programming are a must. Go experience is nice to have.
• Experience in multi-threaded embedded software development.
• Proven experience in development under Linux.
• Proven experience in socket programing, IPC and PUB/SUB architecture.
• Understanding of the networking protocols TCP/UDP/IP/HTTP/HTTPS/DHCP/DNS, etc.
• Ability to resolve complex problems quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with user-centric, iterative design and development cycles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and make efficient use of given resources such as system lab time and downstream process owners and tasks.
• Experience in leading and/or providing technical guidance to other engineers.
• Uses skills as a seasoned experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively interact with senior internal and external personnel.
• Demonstrated engineering communication expertise including concise written and verbal skills is a must.
• Familiarity with using Kubernetes orchestration platforms, containers,
• Familiarity with graphical user interfaces (3D) highly desirable
• Prior experience with client-server applications, multimedia application development including streaming audio/video servers and clients highly desirable.
• Ability to travel to domestic or international locations as required, up to 15% of the time.

Our Principles:

Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude

What we offer:

At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.

• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive unlimited PTO. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year plus a paid company-wide shut down in the between Christmas and New Year.
• Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.

All applicants are subject to Company policies, third party customer and worksite requirements, and government requirements, regarding vaccination and/or testing for COVID-19. Where permitted by applicable law, applicants may be required to be fully vaccinated with an authorized COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, unless they are eligible for and obtain an exemption based on a reasonable accommodation because of a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. While the Company strongly encourages COVID-19 vaccinations, it may require vaccination and/or testing for positions in which third party customer, worksite, or government requirements apply, in accordance with applicable law. At those locations where requirements apply, exemptions will be considered based on applicable law.