Sr Embedded Software Engineer

Develop and maintain firmware across embedded Linux platforms and device drivers. Build firmware applications for our devices; optimize existing firmware for performance, power usage, and reliability. Develop internal tools for data collection, testing, diagnostics, and performance validation. Investigate problem reports; identify root causes; implement fixes; document solutions. Participate in technical reviews of hardware, firmware, and software requirements. Create architecture, design, and detailed technical documentation. Approve test/validation methods and collaborate closely with SQA. Support product integration across gateways, cameras, BLE devices, edge computing, and cloud services. Expanded Platform Responsibilities

Build firmware supporting BLE, Wi-Fi, RF, and modern IoT protocols (MQTT, WebSockets, REST). Integrate with edge gateways, including containerized applications (Docker), device management agents, and OTA update mechanisms. Support data ingestion pipelines feeding cloud analytics and AI/ML systems (Azure/GCP). Work with cross-functional teams to enable sensor fusion, data streams, and APIs connecting edge devices to backend platforms. Contribute to long-term modernization of the embedded stack (Linux optimizations, secure boot, diagnostics, and telemetry).

Bachelor's or master's in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or related field. 5+ years of embedded software design and development experience. Proficient in C/C++, python, and Linux-based development. Deep experience with embedded Linux, including kernel, u-boot, and driver-level work. Familiarity with Yocto or other embedded Linux build systems. Working knowledge of Containerization, either Dockers or Kubernetes. Experience with wireless systems (BLE, Wi-Fi, RF) and communication protocol design. Strong skills in debugging, test automation, and use of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc. Ability to analyze performance, optimize memory footprint, and design for low-power systems. Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving abilities. Preferred / Highly Valuable

Experience developing for edge gateways (Intel/ARM SBCs, containers, virtualization). Knowledge of IoT systems and device-to-cloud architectures (Azure IoT, GCP IoT Core equivalents). Understanding of sensor fusion, computer vision pipelines, or edge deployment. Experience with secure device management, OTA updates, and remote diagnostics. Familiarity with retail, industrial IoT, or safety-critical embedded systems.

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year, Attractive Total Compensation Package, including annual bonus Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; Life/ADD/LTD insurance; FSA/HSA options. 401(k) Plan with Employer Match Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy Observance of 11 paid company holidays Various Employee Engagement Events Exciting Growth Opportunities Positive Company Culture

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