Principal Embedded Software Engineer (Firmware Platform) – High-Ownership Role
We’re hiring a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to take ownership of a full embedded firmware platform powering real-world, deployed hardware systems.
This is a high-impact role for someone who wants to move beyond feature development and own architecture, reliability, and long-term technical direction across an entire product ecosystem.
What You’ll Do
- Define and own the end-to-end embedded firmware architecture (RTOS, HAL, bootloaders, device infrastructure)
- Lead the transition from prototype systems to production-grade, scalable firmware
- Build and manage OTA firmware update systems and ensure fleet reliability at scale
- Act as the technical authority for embedded systems — driving design decisions, debugging complex issues, and improving system stability
- Mentor engineers and establish best practices, coding standards, and architectural direction
What We’re Looking For
- 8+ years of experience in embedded firmware development
- Expert-level programming in C/C++ in microcontroller or bare-metal environments
- Deep experience with RTOS systems (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or similar)
- Proven track record of taking firmware from prototype to production, across shipped products
- Experience managing connected device fleets, including OTA updates and failure recovery
- Strong system-level thinking — ability to design beyond a single component
Nice to Have
- Experience with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, JTAG)
- Familiarity with serial protocols (SPI, CAN, I2C, UART)
- Exposure to secure boot, device security, or safety-critical systems
- Background in industries with real-time constraints (hardware, IoT, automotive, robotics, etc.)
Why This Role
- True ownership — you define the architecture, not maintain legacy code
- Opportunity to build a production-grade firmware platform from the ground up
- Work on systems deployed in the real world, not just prototypes
- Strong compensation + equity
f you’re interested in owning the “brain” behind complex hardware systems and building something from the ground up, we should talk.
