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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Sunday Inc
- **Location:** Redwood City, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, UClibc (C Standard Library), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Firmware, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Real-Time Operating Systems, System Programming, Yocto, U-Boot
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/embedded-software-engineer-sunday-ai-8026201

## About the Role

* BS or MS in CS, Computer Engineering, EE, related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
 * 3+ years of embedded Linux / systems software development, including hands-on bringup on modern application-class SoCs (NVIDIA Jetson, Qualcomm Snapdragon, or similar)
 * Strong proficiency in C and ideally C++ and/or Rust
 * Strong experience with Yocto, Buildroot, or an equivalent embedded Linux build system, including custom layers/recipes and production image customization
 * Deep understanding of the Linux boot flow, from bootloader to userspace, and low-level peripherals
 * Comfortable working alongside electrical engineers: reading schematics, driving scopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG, and debugging at the hardware/software boundary
 * Knowledge of power management, secure boot, watchdogs, and other production-readiness concerns
 * Experience developing CI pipelines for embedded Linux images

Nice to Have

 * Delivered at least one project from prototype phase into production
 * Experience with PREEMPT_RT
 * Familiarity with RTOS-based firmware development
 * Experience with Python for scripting, data analysis, or test automation

## Description

* Own the embedded software stack (bootloader, kernel, devicetree, BSP, and drivers) for compute platforms based on SoCs like NVIDIA Jetson, Qualcomm etc
 * Develop and maintain Linux kernel drivers and userspace integration for sensors, GMSL cameras, displays, storage, and high-speed interconnects (PCIe, USB, MIPI CSI/DSI, Ethernet, CAN)
 * Own build system and BSP layers using Yocto/Buildroot or vendor SDKs like JetPack
 * Work with the electrical engineering team to debug and bring up custom carrier boards
 * Work closely with the software and machine-learning teams to optimize performance across the entire software stack
 * Design and implement OTA end-to-end using RAUC, Mender, SWUpdate, or equivalent


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