Why Embedded Systems is a great career choice (and the reason why I choose it)

You want to know why embedded systems or embedded software engineering is a great career choice? Find out in this video. I will also tell you why I choose embedded systems as my career path and whether embedded software engineering is for everyone.
#embeddedsystems #embeddedsoftware #career
My name is Florian Leitner-Fischer and I'm a computer science professor and software engineer based in Germany. I have experience both in academia as well as in industry managing a globally distributed software engineering team. In my videos I talk about programming, software development, software engineering and computer science as well as the occasional tech / gadget review.
My mission is to help you to take the step from programmer to software engineer and to help you being a better software engineering leader.
My Website: www.leitner-fischer.com

[@malekith6522]

I am working as an embedded software engineer in automotive. It is my first job as a developer that I got during my studies (last semester) at the university as an electrical engineer (majoring in computers and image processing). What I like about my job is that I work with fundamental stuff, and there is no library that can solve my problem (most of the time). Therefore, I really need to understand the ins and outs of the programming language, compilations, linking, hardware that I am working with, and protocols that my application is using. So if you like to work with fundamental stuff and get dirty, then I suggest you join our little army ;P

[@fleitnerfischer]

Awesome, yes absolutely in times where you can find for most other industries solutions for your problem on stackoverflow the embedded world is still special :)

[@isaacssemugenyi8193]

Wanna join the army, how do I reach out.

[@jesussebastianoceguedacani13]

What language do you use?

[@malekith6522]

@@jesussebastianoceguedacani13 Mostly c/c++ and python (Its a good enough solution for embedded linux )

[@EmbeddedLinuxJobs-ATRS]

@@malekith6522 I have an opportunity for 100% remote with an EV start up, vehicle management systems is required. It's a kernel driver developer role. Details are on my page. Please share with anyone located in U.S!

[@lordpaul94]

I'm working as embbeded enginner in transport solutions. Some linux programming, android apps and PCB design. You´re rigth, is really exciting to see your job materialized in something that moves, speaks or watch. I begun as a hardware developer, but slowly moved to the software side of things, i really like both worlds.

[@daumienebi]

I'm more interested in the software side of it but do i need to start from the hardware path?. I also like building mobile apps so i guess it's viable to do both. Currently, i have a decent idea of the Flutter framework for creating mobile apps but what Android apps did you work on?

Looks like you are reading my mind, I have the same reason of why chose the Embedded Systems career, hopefully some day I can start working as a professional. Thank you for your videos. @Prof. Dr. Florian Leitner-Fischer

[@thebestusernameevr]

Thanks for the videos! I have a bit of a weird background from not knowing what I wanted to do with my life. I did my undergrad in social work, decided I didn't like it and wanted a job that allowed to work remotely and travel. This led to me being in a Master's in Computer Science program. My friend gave me a Raspberry Pi Zero and I've really liked working with that. I'm thinking that I want to go into embedded systems now!

[@walidoulondon8107]

I’m an embedded software engineer with electronic background,I love your Chanel and I hope you keep uploading videos on this great career❤

[@hossainalaufi9487]

Great video, I am an electrical engineer (graduate couple of months ago actually), during my time in uni and summer internships I worked with Python, Raspberry Pi, Power electronics, and motors. Currently trying to learn C and PCB design and might pivot to ES.

[@rrturjo]

Hi Professor. Great video as always. I'm currently studying Embedded Systems here in Germany and developing my technical and coding skills ( I come from an electrical engineering background) and your video are always a pleasure to watch and incredibly motivating.

[@_Moro82]

is it ausbuildung ?

[@benjaminabiewu8768]

I have interest in electronics and software. I really want to have in-depth knowledge of embedded systems, even though I have not taken any course in either parts. I prepared to start from step one.

[@skconform]

I am doing a Master in computer engineering, and embeded systems is one of the matters that I have to study . So, yes I think it's an interesting thing to know about, and I am looking forward to start learning about it. Thanks for this video!

[@abdulrahmanbabatunde5427]

Thanks prof. I studied physics during my undergraduate and I augmented my study with practical electronics and embedded systems. Currently, I am a technical officer on innovation and creativity in information technology organisation. So, I am working on developing a private cctv camera for the organization. Also, I am really motivated by your video on learning programming for 3 months. Meanwhile, I am learning PHP because of API. Thanks for your pieces

[@AbdulRasheed-uo5po]

I am an electronics engineering student. Very happy to see your lecture. It was quite amazing I really enjoyed and I also have knowledge of programming language (c++). Hope you will keep uploading informative videos like this one. and kindly make the playlist for these lectures for the ease of students who are watching lectures. Love from pakistan....❤

[@stufftolearn2268]

I want to reach out and thank you! I think I have finally found my place in the world. I have done so many different jobs that were unsatisfying or where I lost interest, but I've always loved this sort of work, even at my worst jobs. I never realized there was an actual name for what I was looking for in a job. I feel like so many opportunities have just opened for me. Thank you!

[@mvrtinmadethebeat]

same here dude

[@carolcalseverino]

I work for the aerospace industry as a system engineer, always side by side with the embedded software team (both devs and testers). At this environment I've seen projects developed in C++ and Ada, while tests can be more flexible to C++ and Python. Currently there is a high demand for professionals to work as embedded software engineers or embedded system engineers in the aerospace industry. But I should warn young people that this is a complex area that never stops developing and changing. So you gotta like to study (and not only pursue high salaries), cause you will never be able to stop studying in this career. If you don't like to study, if you're not a good self-learner, if you don't like puzzles and complex problems, this career is not for you. Otherwise, welcome to the dark side of the force! 🤘🏻

[@gabrielfono844]

I à software engineer Please could you recommend electrical engineering course online

[@ryansuber6253]

I am early in my study for software engineering but I am going to be messing with embedded development and the more comments I see about it, the more I want to focus as a embedded software engineer. I know this is an old video and may not get a response but what advice would you have to a new software engineer for embedded systems.

[@carolcalseverino]

@@ryansuber6253 try to learn C before anything else. Then move to C++ and Python. Also, try to learn electrical circuits and digital circuits. Having some basic knowledge in these fields will help a lot. When you get to the job market, have a look into requirements engineering and the software development process. And depending on the type of application you will work with, then I recommend you read the applicable regulation (like for automobile industry or aeronautics industry, for example).

[@shreyaskulkarni9345]

I am an Electronics & communications Engineer & i am really interested in Hardware - Software Interaction

[@frazcas]

Well explained 🎉 Sir

[@MrDangerousBOB]

First of all, awesome video. I just started my career at Viasat as an embedded Software Engineer. One of the first things I have been doing is working with embedded linux on a dev kit. So hard, but so much fun. What can be better than that?

[@qiangwu4447]

thanks for your sharing, I am a linux software engineer, I want to know more about Embedded Systems, how should I start ?

[@tonymathew5618]

I'm a mechatronics engineer, I've done some projects in embedded electronics and I really love doing it, but I find it hard to find a job related to it.

[@osamaasif9601]

I am a computer engg but couldn't find job in this area. So now working to create opportunity in this area. Want to create jobs in this area

[@deddicarles1725]

@@osamaasif9601 Ya me also in my country, it’s difficult to find one, so i try to create one. Now i’m working as an embedded system freelancer, hope that it will become a company one day.

[@ampillai5781]

Mechanical engineering here, learning both software and electrical engineering 😅

[@alexshuli8675]

Nah

[@iamvijayl215]

Thank you sir

[@gabrielfono844]

Hi professor I have been working as software engineer for Almost two years after teaching myself coding for 2 years. I mostly use Java and c++ on the backend in addition to JavaScript specifically ReactJs when we are dealing with frontend . I initially graduated in civil engineering and worked for two years before teaching myself coding. Right now , I want to transition into embedded system engineer . Do you have any course you recommend for electrical engineering. I really need guidance or could you please share a roadmap. Thanks I will appreciate your response

[@crazyboyandyomama]

I also feel computer graphics and simulation are also interactable because you can show it off.

[@tharunkumarsankula1390]

Sir ,firstly thank you for sharing the Content with us ❤ I obtained BTech in ECE .I'm planning to do this course, do i get well opportunities in this field or not .And What are all the roles present in this .And finally Could you please tell me how the real time experience will be there once we join in any of the company. It seems to long but sir.I hope that you reply for this ❤

[@kartikchauhan2778]

Thanks

[@MurrayDale]

Hey Florian. I'm an Canadian Electrician that moved to Germany in hopes to do a duales studium in mechatronics or Embedded systems; or both of them with a masters. Just wondering if you had any general tips for me for me or could recommend good programs. I am aware of DHBW and I'm was hoping to get in there with ABB. So far B1 German but working to improve to C1.

[@fleitnerfischer]

Hi, that’s awesome. For embedded systems there are currently two programs one in Stuttgart and one in Friedrichshafen. I’m running the program in Friedrichshafen. Feel free to reach out to me there if you need more information ( www.ravensburg.dhbw.de/studienangebot/bachelor-studiengaenge/embedded-systems-automotive-engineering ). I guess key is having sufficient German skills and checking early that all your certificates and so on are valid (I can help if you reach out to me). Other than that it is important to find a good dual partner (but we have an excellent selection)

[@Yulian.Mladenov]

i'm a vehicle diagnostic and mechanic.Four years ago i started to work with electric and hydrogen buses.But in all my carrier i wanted to learn more about electronics and programming.That's why year ago i started to learn electronics and three monts ago i started to learn C++. Next point is to find job like junior in this sector.So it will be hard to start.

[@_Moro82]

hello sir i hope you are donig well , i am a senior student at mechanical production and designeing enineering and i am studying embedded to design a production line that is fully auomated is the embedded system the right choice for that , or just i need to focus on my major more than anything else , i need an advice cause iam so confiused i love embedded and mechanical designing but i fear to be gaining just shallow learning as i am studing bothe of theme at the same time

[@Coruptshun]

should i go computer engineering or electrical engineering to do embedded? thanks

[@starlwe]

What do you think of a career in FPGA embedded engineer? Do you think this is also a good career? I find build "code" in circuits is even more interesting than bare metal programming.

[@fleitnerfischer]

Yes I think it is a very interesting field, I personally feel more drawn towards to embedded software but everyone is different

[@minhoan5283]

Hello Professor, I have an intention to study abroad in Finland, there is no course exactly name 'Embedded system', could you suggest me any majors the most related to Embedded. And I also have a question about the qualification, is the degree in Europe can be used to work in The US, because I am going to move to US with my family in the future. Thank you !

[@konstantinrebrov675]

Hey professor, I have some questions about embedded systems. I've always liked low level development. Can embedded systems work be done remotely online, or do you have to physically go to the lab? Because I want to live in a rural area and grow my own vegetables, not being tied to any particular urban area. So if I can do an embedded systems job remotely and live in a rural area that would be great. Also I want to know is embedded systems development less susceptible to AI automation comparing to higher level development? I have been looking at how web development is predicted to getting automated away by autocoder tools, that you have these business people creating web apps using ChatGPT, just slapping together some code and deploying a full site. I wonder if embedded systems are a more stable career choice, since the engineer must know much more low level details? Actually I like these low level details. I've worked in C/C++ programmers, and Assembly code, and Compiler Development before. Please answer me. Thank you in advance.

[@prathapg8065]

I am from cs background. I got job as embedded software developer how many months it will took to get comfortable in this field?

[@charanhr9788]

Hi, Mechanical engineer can pursue their career in embedded systems

[@purushothamp4582]

What about vlsi , is vlsi greater choice than embedded systems???

[@gorang_vashist]

Does the Embedded Systems field affected by the recession ?

[@msbanda2123]

👍

[@mubezacchaeus7647]

Please will I be offer admission to study some embedded course if I don’t meet all the subjects requirements?

[@Tyech5-ll5ud]

Sir is the salary for embedded system is lower than software engineer

[@Alice8000]

Shalom! Your yamaka is very low profile. Where did you buy it?

[@surendhar_2]

Sir , master in embedded system is good in Canada

[@omarmaxwell7463]

Are there any good certifications?

[@Dineshkumar-sd8so]

Hi, Mechanical engineer wishes to do masters in robotics, can you answer me how robotics is differed from embedded. is there any masters program to study properly.

[@samuele5931]

Afaik they are pretty much the same. In robotics you tend to use more Real time Os, expensive hardware, C++. In academy you can also use ROS but it is not very used in industry both because it is new and because it is harder to make it approved for regulations. Hope that there are people that know better than me that can provide you a more certain answer.

[@sylvainbodji1124]

What do you think about becoming a self taught embedded software engineer ?

[@redamohey1585]

I am 38 and a graduate of commerce and I want to learn embedded programming, so can I learn it or do I have to be our engineer?

[@okdaokade6663]

No

[@bluechipsolutions4860]

Hi Prof, I hv work experience with 8bit microcontroller programming and i m good in C, Can i try, embedded developer profession for 32bit uc...?

[@fleitnerfischer]

Sure, the architecture of the uC doesn’t matter

[@kieblade4316]

What is the difference between embedded coding and software engineering coding

[@fleitnerfischer]

Software engineering is basically creating software, this software can be anything from embedded software, to an app or a computer operating system or application. The main difference in embedded software is that you work very close to the hardware and you usually face resource constraints (RAM, ROM, CPU …)

[@hmmodi9052]

I am a computer engineering student just looking for a career path that is fun and pays well

[@nothingpersonal.5901]

Yoooh... Me too.. so far, how far mate??

[@sindujakrishnan3958]

I am hiring for Embedded Engineers in USA, any idea which sites would be a great pool for sourcing embedded engineers? I am trying DICE, its not helping much.

[@andyruenes3050]

can you hire remotely? if so I know a great source of embedded system engineers.

[@sindujakrishnan3958]

@@andyruenes3050 it’s all for on-site position in Michigan

[@andyruenes3050]

@@sindujakrishnan3958 what a pity. From Cuba you can find very good specialists, and at a fairly cheap cost. $500 a month, and they do exactly all the work, which would have to be remotely. From PCB design, FPGA testing, and ARM microcontroller programming, etc. Everything.

[@vahidkh5276]

Should beginners start with RUST?

[@fleitnerfischer]

If your goal is to work with embedded systems I would say no. C and C++ are still dominating here. If you don’t like C you can also learn Python but this is not as widespread in embedded systems as C(++).

[@mohandoboudi2564]

thank you for your share. I am 35 years old Can I change career to embedded systems can I get a job opportunity or my age not help me have 10 years of experience in the network engineer

[@Syria..]

Can I ask why are you changing your career

[@prajwalghogare6055]

Homelander ?

[@jbarragan]

Thank you professor, I'm an electronics engineering studying computer engineering (well in Colombia is called systems engineering). I have a question for you or the people that might watch this video: How to combine the Computer Engineering Approach to Software design - agile methodologies or SDLC, into the embedded systems development? Thanks again, best regards.

[@emiledestructeur]

Hello Prof, I am a student in electrical engineering and i am trying to learn the software side on my own. I code for arduino and other 32 bit microcontroller and interface it with sensors, stepper motors and other electronics. I even made some custom PCBs for projects. Now I would like to be better at software engineering in the way you describe in your video "Self-Taught Programmer vs. Software Engineer". Do you have any recommendation on how to develop a more rigourous approach embedded software development projects?

[@fleitnerfischer]

Hi, this is a question I got a lot recently so there will be a video coming soon.

[@hariprasath6236]

from the thumbnail I thought homelander is teaching embedded systems

[@nothingpersonal.5901]

😂😂😂me too!!

[@pedrocoutinho5451]

Im trying to start a career with embedded systems but its hard to a company choose me only with programming experience...

[@fleitnerfischer]

If you already have programming experience I would encourage you to start learning the electronic basics you need and to start building an embedded project portfolio that you can use to demonstrate your embedded know-how.

[@pedrocoutinho5451]

​@@fleitnerfischer I studied electrical engineering but never had opportunity to work with electronics only with programming. Thanks a lot for the advice!

[@anoopdubey6386]

Is also phython language used in Embedded software engineer?????

[@fleitnerfischer]

There is stuff like micropython.org but this is usually only used for prototyping and not for production projects, there it is still C / C++.

[@samuele5931]

It is used sometimes for test, automation etc. but you probably won’t use it a lot. All AFAIK.

[@barath3956]

For how many days from today c programming will be used for embedded systems?

[@mjay6496]

Decades

[@msbanda2123]

@@mjay6496 true

[@fleitnerfischer]

It’s hard to tell the future, but I agree it is probably decades and even if there is a transition to a new language it will most likely be C++

[@drissalaoui9674]

decades if not never unless something radical and easy is made, this is due to the fact that C is best language in memory allocation and fairly easy to learn the basics to get started it's simply tailor made for embedded systems

[@downloadsvideos1773]

Can an embedded engineer earns same as software engineer

[@walidoulondon8107]

Even more

[@downloadsvideos1773]

@@walidoulondon8107 pls could you suggest roles and skills need to earn much package at entry level stage , my friend got job at 1cr lpa as software engineer

[@daddychill7863]

@@walidoulondon8107embedded engineers never make more than software

[@merthanaka2507]

Do you all think that embedded software engineer is "AI Proof" job?

[@user-nz4og2tj2i]

Software engineer here. I am having a very very hard time... Even with things such as basic device drivers. I feel like it would have been a lot easier to be an electronics cracked and slowly learn how to program. I swear hardware is not something enjoyable to learn by yourself... I might just go back to uni but hell I m 26 🥲