Embedded Systems Engineer IV, R&D

ACV

$100K — $130K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
  • 6+ years' experience in embedded software development with commercial hardware products.
  • Expertise in C and C++; strong scripting skills in Python or Bash.
  • Deep knowledge of Embedded Linux, including kernel configuration and driver development.
  • Hands-on experience with Raspberry Pi and NVIDIA Jetson platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and implement high-performance embedded software from prototype to production.
  • Develop and optimize firmware for platforms like Raspberry Pi and NVIDIA Jetson.
  • Write and debug low-level drivers for various peripherals and sensors.
  • Optimize software on edge devices for real-time data processing and computer vision.
  • Design systems for fault-detection and automated firmware updates.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system architectures.
  • Mentor junior engineers and ensure code quality through reviews and testing.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge hardware and software technologies.
  • Mentorship opportunities for professional growth.
  • Engagement in diverse projects across different teams.
  • Flexible work arrangements to support a positive work-life balance.
Full Job Description
As an Engineer IV, Embedded Systems within the R&D team, you will serve as a technical anchor for our next-generation hardware platforms. You will design, develop, and optimize high-performance software running on a variety of embedded systems-ranging from single-board computers and edge AI compute modules to custom ARM architecture.

This role requires a unique blend of scrappy, proof-of-concept rapid prototyping and disciplined, production-grade software engineering. You will own the software lifecycle for new devices, ensuring seamless integration between low-level hardware, sensors, edge computing frameworks, and our enterprise cloud infrastructure.

What you will do:
  • End-to-End Development: Architect, implement, and maintain embedded software from initial conceptual prototypes to ruggedized, scalable, enterprise-level production code.
  • Platform Ownership: Develop and optimize firmware and middleware on platforms including Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson, and ARM-based System-on-Modules (SOMs).
  • Sensor & Peripheral Integration: Write and debug low-level drivers and interfaces for a diverse ecosystem of peripherals, cameras, and environmental sensors via protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB, and PCIe.
  • Edge Intelligence & Compute: Optimize software on compute-constrained edge devices, including leveraging hardware acceleration (e.g., CUDA, TensorRT on Jetson platforms) for real-time data processing and computer vision pipelines.
  • System Stability & Lifecycle: Design robust fault-detection, automated recovery mechanisms, and secure over-the-air (OTA) firmware update systems to ensure maximum field stability.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with hardware/electrical engineers, mechanical designers, and cloud backend teams to define system architectures and interfaces.
  • Mentorship & Standards: Drive code quality through rigorous code reviews, automated testing, and comprehensive documentation. Mentor junior and mid-level engineers on the team.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.


What you will need:
  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
  • BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • 6+ years' Professional experience in embedded software development, with a proven track record of shipping commercial or industrial hardware products
  • Expert-level proficiency in C and C++; strong scripting skills in Python or Bash for testing and automation.
  • OS Expertise: Deep experience developing within Embedded Linux environments (including kernel configuration, device tree modification, and custom driver development).
  • Hands-on experience building applications on Raspberry Pi (Linux/Debian) and NVIDIA Jetson (JetPack ecosystem).
  • Solid understanding of hardware communication protocols: SPI, I2C, UART, CAN bus, USB.
  • Experience interfacing with high-resolution image sensors, cameras, or specialized sensors.
  • Proficiency with modern software engineering tools: Git, CMake, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines tailored for embedded targets.
  • Familiarity with networking stacks and IoT communication protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, MQTT, gRPC).
  • Comfortable utilizing lab equipment like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters to debug hardware/software boundary issues.
  • Expert in version control systems including trunk-based development, multiple release planning, cherry picking, and rebase.
  • Nice to Have Technical Competencies
    • Experience with custom Linux distribution builders like Yocto Project or Buildroot.
    • Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal ARM development.
    • Experience deploying or optimizing machine learning models at the edge.

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Compensation: The compensation range for this position is listed in the "Job Details" section at the bottom of this posting. Please note that final compensation will be determined based upon the applicant's relevant experience, skill set, location, business needs, market demands, and other factors as permitted by law.

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