Staff Embedded Software Engineer

As we expand, we’re looking for a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to accelerate product development of high performance, embedded software systems., The position is located in the Syracuse, NY office with the potential for hybrid arrangements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of software components that advance our sensor’s ability to:

• Detect and track new types of targets.

• Process target data with high throughput and reliable performance.

• Monitor performance and health metrics and autonomously recover from faults.

• Interact with cloud-based systems and other network components.

• Integrate with new hardware components.

• Decompose system requirements and drive key software architectural decisions based on input from product managers, program managers, and other stakeholders.

• Collaborate with Software, Systems, Digital and RF engineers to advance overall product capabilities.

• Develop performant software and improve the existing codebase as an individual contributor.

• Delegate tasking and oversee the efforts of more junior engineers.

• Participate in collaborative design and code reviews.

• Play an active role in the validation and verification of both design and system-level capabilities.

• Provide professional mentorship, technical guidance, and thought leadership to engineering teams.

• Ownership of technical tasking from ideation to deployment.

• Demonstrated ability to foster and facilitate a culture of learning and collaboration across hybrid (in-person and remote) teams.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

• Ability to think creatively to overcome technical challenges.

• Passion to drive software engineering process improvements and stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering with strong programming background

• 10+ years industry experience.

• Expertise in Python and C++ application development.

• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and implementation best practices.

• Experience developing for and working on embedded Linux Operating Systems (Ubuntu and PetaLinux a plus).

• 10% travel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Radar Systems, Communication Systems, and Signal Processing.

• Experience with analysis methods and tools developed in Python and MATLAB

Compensation and Benefits: Hidden Level offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid parental leave, flexible time off, 401(k) with employer contributions, life insurance, disability insurance, and potential stock options.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is estimated at $134,000 to $174,000 annually. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Hidden Level considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

At Hidden Level, we’re building the future of airspace awareness through cutting-edge RF sensing technology. Our mission is to make the world safer-whether it’s protecting troops, securing infrastructure, or enabling smarter cities. We design, manufacture, and deploy advanced sensor systems that deliver real-time insights for defense and commercial applications.