Shure

Engineer Sr, Embedded Systems Development

Shure • $115K — $185K *
Niles, IL 60714Hybrid
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Electrical Engineering
  • Minimum 4 years of embedded software development experience with at least two years focused on Embedded Android/AOSP
  • Strong expertise in C++ (Modern C++11/14/17) for native development
  • Deep proficiency in Java and Kotlin for framework development
  • Hands-on experience with AOSP build systems, HAL architecture, and Linux kernel drivers/interfaces
  • Proficiency with Git, Linux command-line tools, and Android debugging tools

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test software for embedded Android products
  • Tailor and build custom Android OS images and integrate with BSPs and HAL layers
  • Write, optimize, and maintain low-level C/C++ native code and JNI bindings
  • Build system services and high-performance applications in Kotlin and Java
  • Diagnose and resolve complex system issues like memory leaks and power consumption
  • Collaborate with a cross-functional team to design cutting-edge audio technologies
  • Estimate and document tasks, while adhering to established software development practices

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model based in Niles, IL headquarters
  • Opportunity to work on innovative audio products
  • Professional growth through mentorship and teamwork
  • Engagement in high-impact tech design and development
  • Involvement in an established, quality-conscious working environment
Full Job Description
Overview

Engineer the technology behind our innovative products!

As a Senior Embedded Systems Development Engineer, you will work in the Product Development Division performing design and development tasks on software embedded in hardware devices for professional audio products.

This role is based in our Niles, IL headquarters and will be hybrid.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and test software for embedded Android based products with focus on standard networking protocols for managing Shure devices and supporting system functionality
  • Tailor and build custom Android OS (AOSP) images, working closely with SoC board support packages (BSPs) and HAL layer integrations.
  • Write, optimize, and maintain low-level C/C++ native code, JNI bindings, and custom Android HALs (Hardware Abstraction Layers) to interface with peripheral devices and sensors.
  • Build key system services, background processes, and high-performance applications in Kotlin and Java.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex system issues, including memory leaks, thread contention, power consumption, boot-time optimization, and driver interactions.
  • Work as part of a cross-functional development team to design and implement cutting edge audio products and technologies
  • Estimate, organize, and document tasks
  • Practice established software development methodologies and principles focusing on separation of concerns, re-usability, maintainability, minimized complexity, high cohesion and low coupling
  • Model designs using UML and related methods; develop use cases to model real-time systems behavior
  • Architect maintainable system designs
  • Review the design and code developed by peer engineers
  • More senior engineers will mentor junior and entry-level staff members
  • Other duties as assigned


Qualifications

  • BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Electrical Engineering
  • Minimum 4 years of embedded software development experience with at least two years focused on Embedded Android/AOSP.
  • Demonstrated understanding of software design, analysis and programming using C++ and/or C , Java, Kotlin
  • Strong expertise in C++ (Modern C++11/14/17) for native development and system performance.
  • Deep proficiency in Java and Kotlin for framework and system service layer development.
  • Hands-on experience with AOSP build systems (Soong, Ninja, Android.bp, Android.mk), Android HAL architecture (HIDL/AIDL), system services, and Linux kernel drivers/interfaces.
  • Experience using the Android NDK, JNI development, and IPC mechanisms (Binder, Sockets, Shared Memory).
  • Proficiency with Git, Linux command-line tools, Android Studio, ADB, and debugging tools (GDB, Valgrind, Systrace/Perfetto).
  • Experience solving problems following SOLID and OO design principles
  • Demonstrated expertise with debugging using protocol analyzers, Wireshark, etc.
  • Experience with software version control and release
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to analyze complex interdependent variables
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment and lead junior engineers
  • Quality consciousness


  • Bonus:
    • Experience with custom board bring-up on ARM architecture (e.g., Qualcomm, NXP, Rockchip).
    • Hands-on knowledge of hardware protocols like UART, I2C, SPI, GPIO, USB, and Bluetooth/BLE.
    • Exposure to automated testing for embedded devices and CI/CD pipelines tailored for hardware/AOSP.
    • Knowledge of Android security architectures (SELinux policies, trustzones, secure boot).


Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

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About Shure

Shure Incorporated is an American audio products corporation. It was founded by Sidney N. Shure in Chicago, Illinois in 1925 as a supplier of radio parts kits. The company became a consumer and professional audio-electronics manufacturer of microphones, wireless microphone systems, phonograph cartridges, discussion systems, mixers, and digital signal processing. The company also produces listening products, including headphones, high-end earbuds and personal monitor systems. Shure Incorporated sells its products through a network of dealers and sales representatives worldwide, as well as through online stores.
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Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Consumer Technology
Founded
1925
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