Implement and deliver core components and features for our Yocto-based embedded Linux platform.
Write clean, efficient C/C++ code optimized for resource-constrained hardware and real-time drone applications.
Perform on-device testing and debugging to ensure software stability and high-quality releases.
Document technical designs, system architectures, and test plans to facilitate team collaboration.
Provide accurate work estimates and communicate progress effectively through the development lifecycle.
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and hardware integration issues discovered during development and in the field.

Have 2+ years of professional experience in embedded software development.
Possess strong C/C++ development and debugging skills in Linux environments.
Have foundational experience with the Yocto Project or similar build systems (Buildroot, OpenEmbedded).
Understand low-level concepts including bootloaders (U-Boot), shell scripting, and basic kernel configuration.
Are proficient with Git/GitHub and have a solid understanding of CI/CD workflows (Jenkins/GitHub Actions).
Demonstrate a "First Responder" mentality: You are excited to jump into a terminal and figure out why a device isn't behaving.

Flexible PTO: We seriously mean it, plus 11 company holidays.
Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees: including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match.
Family Leave: All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.
Fertility & Family Benefits: We have partnered with Maven, a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. We will reimburse $10,000 a year for adoption, surrogacy, or fertility.
Mental Health: All employees receive an annual subscription to Headspace.
Caregiver Support: We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support.
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WFH Stipend: $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.
Productivity Stipend: $250 per year to use on Audible, Calm, Masterclass, Duolingo, Grammarly and so much more.
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Embedded Software Engineer II

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