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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Latitude Inc
- **Location:** Pittsburg, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $218,240.0 - $327,360.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Adobe InDesign, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Computer Engineering, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, FreeRTOS, Network Service, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Lidar
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/fb8b3d7c-4cd6-4a2f-9a6b-e7a8bb6d07e5

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or a related field and 7+ years of relevant experience (or Master's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, or PhD and 2+ years of relevant experience)
 * Strong experience developing embedded applications and systems using C++
 * Proficient in network communication concepts including protocols, physical layer requirements, bandwidth characteristics, and configuration
 * Strong software design, algorithm, problem-solving, and analytical skills
 * Experience with multi-processor SoCs or similar embedded processors
 * Familiarity with Embedded RTOS such as FreeRTOS and/or Embedded Linux desired
 * Prefer candidates with experience developing software for highly complex, safety-critical sensing systems

Nice to have:

 * Strong knowledge and experience working on network-based sensors such as radar and lidar
 * Track record of technical leadership in automotive or related fields taking products to production

## Description

The Embedded Software team is responsible for developing the hardware drivers, hardware safety monitoring, and vehicle interfaces for the autonomy system. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in the Sensor firmware team, you will be responsible for developing the embedded software for the sensing systems - Lidar, Radar and networking functions for these sensors. We're looking for someone who has a passion and expertise in developing safe, efficient software for sensing systems.

What you'll do:

 * Deliver safe and efficient embedded software for Radar, Lidar and IMU sensors
 * Work with the Software Architect to execute the vision and produce high-quality, maintainable code using C++
 * Mentor the junior team members on technical design as well as be involved in design and code reviews
 * Design, implement, and test high performance C++ code running in resource-constrained environments
 * Work closely with suppliers and cross functional team of hardware/system engineers to ensure the success of our product


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