Software Gigs

Tesla seeks an embedded software engineer to develop firmware for cell formation manufacturing systems. The role involves writing embedded C and Python code for real-time controls, battery management algorithms, power conversion, and functional safety across prototyping through high-volume production. You will collaborate with manufacturing and electrical engineering teams on hardware bring-up, system validation, and production integration. The position requires proficiency in C/C++, embedded protocols (CAN, UDS, etc.), and a strong foundation in electrical engineering concepts and software fundamentals.

This Embedded Software Engineer role at Leidos involves designing and developing high-performance embedded software for custom System-on-Chip (SoC) hardware in electronic warfare applications. You will write low-level C/C++ code for multi-core systems (DSP, ARM, RISC-V), perform hardware-software co-design and validation, and build software development kits for end users. The position requires 4+ years of embedded systems experience, deep understanding of hardware architectures, and proficiency in reading datasheets, test-driven development, and real-time operating systems.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer role focused on R&D and production software development for next-generation radar products. Responsibilities include building embedded Linux systems, supporting system integration on custom hardware, and maintaining deployed software for U.S. and international defense customers. Requires 4+ years of professional object-oriented software development with C/C++ and Python, extensive Linux experience, and familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Must be a U.S. Person with ability to access U.S.-only data systems.

Build emulation frameworks and tools for cyber-physical systems, extending platforms like QEMU in C/C++ and Python to support new embedded architectures (ARM, PPC, etc.). Rehost and reverse-engineer unknown firmware by analyzing binaries and hardware dependencies, then develop virtual device models and digital simulations validated against real hardware behavior. Work within a small focused team on architecture, implementation, testing, and technical documentation of modular emulation software.

Qualcomm is seeking a software engineer to develop power and limits management software for SoC chipsets, owning the full lifecycle from pre-silicon through commercialization. The role involves analyzing requirements, designing robust software solutions, optimizing for power efficiency, and developing profiling/validation tools across multiple subsystems. Candidates will perform detailed analysis to recommend improvements in performance, memory, and power utilization, including algorithm design and SW/HW partitioning. The position requires hands-on embedded systems expertise, real-time OS knowledge, and the ability to interface across system, power, software, and hardware engineering disciplines.

A Junior Operating Systems Engineer will build and maintain custom Linux images using Yocto Project (recipes, layers, BitBake, kernel configuration), supporting immutable A/B-updatable OS architectures with secure boot and update tooling. The role involves packaging, integrating, and troubleshooting system services, drivers, and third-party software on embedded x86 hardware, as well as contributing to OS hardening (FIPS mode, secure boot, compliance configuration). Daily use of generative AI tools will accelerate development tasks including recipe writing, test scaffolding, and debugging. The engineer will debug boot, kernel, driver, and userspace issues on real appliance hardware and document build processes, image releases, and provisioning workflows.

This role involves independently designing, developing, and debugging real-time embedded software, RTOS environments, and microcontroller firmware for wireless chipsets supporting 3G, 4G, 5G, and AI technologies. The engineer will work on driver development, integration, testing, and validation of communication protocols and platforms, while also contributing to data collection frameworks, machine learning modeling, and embedded software algorithm improvements. Responsibilities include on-target development, tool and process optimization, customer support, technical documentation, and active participation in design reviews. The position requires a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

Senior Firmware Engineer role focused on developing and optimizing low-level embedded software in C++ for flight-critical avionics and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). You will port frameworks to new RTOSes and hardware platforms, create Board Support Packages and Hardware Abstraction Layers for ARM Cortex-M architectures, develop peripheral drivers (I2C, SPI, UART, ADC, wireless), and conduct unit/integration testing including MISRA C compliance checks. You'll diagnose cross-domain issues across electromechanical, software, networking, and RF subsystems, and translate mission requirements into technical specifications and test documentation.

Senior embedded software engineer role developing mission-critical firmware for Amazon's Leo satellite constellation. Responsibilities include architecting ASIC firmware, RF communication subsystems, secure boot operations, real-time embedded software, and hardware interfaces using protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, and Ethernet. The role requires security-by-design principles, threat modeling, secure coding practices, and collaboration with hardware architects and systems engineers to bring custom silicon from concept through secure bring-up and production integration.

The Senior Systems Engineer will design, develop, and support communications and encryption devices, providing technical expertise in cryptographic technologies and deployment strategies. Responsibilities include advising on cryptographic equipment deployment, analyzing emerging threats, conducting technical analysis of cryptographic products for acquisition decisions, liaising with vendors on device lifecycle, and supporting leadership with briefings and fielding decisions. The role requires 5–15 years of cybersecurity, systems engineering, or network security experience, along with strong analytical, problem-solving, and written communication skills. A bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field is required.

Staff Software Engineer responsible for leading macro-level technical design, architectural implementation, and development of critical embedded software subsystems in C++ and Qt. The role owns end-to-end software lifecycle deliverables, conducts architecture and design reviews, ensures FDA/IVDR regulatory compliance, and mentors junior engineers. Requires 10+ years of professional experience with complex embedded systems, expert-level C/C++ proficiency, and mastery of object-oriented design and UML modeling.

Design, develop, and implement modem power optimization features within the modem protocol stack for Pixel devices. Analyze power consumption across LTE and 5G NR network conditions to identify optimization opportunities, collaborate with modem vendors and platform teams on power reduction initiatives, and build automated power measurement tools and dashboards to track KPIs. Requires 1+ years of C/C++ coding experience and hands-on power management of embedded mobile devices, with strong performance analysis, debugging, and optimization skills for low-level systems.

Senior Modem Firmware Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and integrating 5G cellular modem modules into OpenWrt-based router and gateway platforms. Owns the end-to-end modem stack including kernel drivers, user-space daemons, and network configuration to deliver reliable connectivity, failover, and optimal throughput. Develops and maintains USB/PCIe drivers, implements QMI/RMNET/AT command interfaces, configures routing policies, and debugs connectivity issues across RF, baseband, driver, and user-space layers. Requires 4+ years embedded Linux development, 2+ years OpenWrt or similar, and 2+ years cellular modem integration experience.

Staff-level RF control software engineer responsible for designing and implementing the software abstraction layer that supports diverse radio hardware configurations on a common protocol stack. Leads the development lifecycle from inception through commercialization, including RF hardware characterization, test mode interfaces, and optimization of device control transactions for timing-critical multi-RAT and concurrent radio operations. Applies expertise in RF component control (amplifiers, oscillators, frequency synthesizers, mixers, switches, sensors) and digital interfaces used in multi-chip wireless transceiver platforms. Provides technical leadership across multi-disciplinary teams including ASIC design, modem/RF systems, hardware, and firmware.

Lead an embedded Linux software team building mission-critical defense systems, splitting time between management and individual contribution. Design and implement C/C++ Linux daemons, REST APIs, and system services for aerial platforms and deployable manufacturing infrastructure. Manage team standups, architecture reviews, and cross-functional coordination with autonomy, avionics, and mechanical/electrical engineering. Engineer for real-time performance, security, and reliability while owning developer experience, CI/CD pipelines, and field operability.

Sr. Staff Reliability Engineer at Qualcomm leads semiconductor reliability strategy for advanced CMOS technologies (FinFET, GAA, etc.), defining qualification requirements and executing technology certification across devices, packages, and systems. The role requires deep expertise in device and interconnect reliability physics—BTI, TDDB, HCI, electromigration, self-heating, wear-out mechanisms—and hands-on experience designing reliability test structures and interpreting complex failure data. Responsibilities include performing advanced reliability analysis, anticipating and mitigating risks across the product lifecycle, establishing scalable organizational best practices, and providing expert judgment on critical trade-offs. The engineer will mentor technical staff, drive cross-functional alignment with design, process, test, and product teams, and communicate reliability status and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Lead a section of 10–15 embedded software engineers at Northrop Grumman's San Diego facility, managing direct reports on organizational goals, performance, and career development while serving as a technical performer (~80% program time) on communications systems within Fighter Networked Systems and Advanced Comms & Networks. Responsibilities include staffing coordination, recruiting, training, performance reviews, promotions, salary evaluation, and HR collaboration. Candidates must hold or be able to obtain a Secret clearance and have a BS + 5 years or MS + 3 years in a STEM field, with proficiency in C/C++ and object-oriented programming.

Sr. Staff Reliability Engineer at Qualcomm leads semiconductor reliability strategy for advanced CMOS nodes (FinFET, GAA) and complex SoCs. The role requires deep expertise in device and interconnect failure physics—BTI, TDDB, HCI, electromigration, self-heating—and advanced packaging architectures (2.5D/3D, TSV, chiplets). Responsibilities include defining foundry qualification requirements, performing wear-out and aging analysis, identifying lifecycle risks, and establishing scalable reliability processes. The engineer mentors the organization, provides expert judgment on critical trade-offs, and communicates reliability status and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Design and optimize video analysis and quality assessment algorithms for next-generation video codec hardware accelerators (FPGA/ASIC). Implement C-models and firmware for advanced video encoding, collaborating across algorithm, architecture, software, and hardware teams. Apply machine learning techniques including deep learning frameworks and transformer architectures for ROI detection, content understanding, and feature extraction. Integrate algorithms into production VOD/live streaming workflows and validate impact through A/B testing and objective quality metrics (VMAF, PSNR, SSIM).

Senior Technical Architect at HCLTech designing and implementing complex technical solutions for Apple products, from prototype through mass production. The role focuses on test fixture hardware design, integration with test instruments, and product testing, working closely with system design and diagnostics teams early in the development lifecycle. Responsibilities include designing electrical schematics and PCB layouts, debugging complex systems, and serving as a key liaison with Contract Manufacturers to validate test station hardware and software. Requires a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or similar with 3+ years of experience, strong knowledge of analog/digital/power electronics, and proficiency with CAD tools and industry protocols.

Staff-level RF control software engineer responsible for designing and implementing software abstraction layers that support diverse radio hardware configurations on common protocol stacks. Designs test mode interfaces for hardware characterization and RF performance tuning, and optimizes device control transactions for multi-RAT, multi-SIM, and concurrent radio operations. Applies expertise in antenna concepts, signal characterization, and RF component control (amplifiers, oscillators, frequency synthesizers, mixers, switches, sensors). Collaborates across ASIC design, modem/RF systems, systems test, hardware, and firmware teams while providing technical leadership at design reviews.

The Algorithm Software Engineer will design, develop, and deploy signal processing applications on custom Leidos SoCs, porting algorithms from MATLAB/Python/C++ to optimized C code for real-time, massively parallelized execution. Responsibilities include hardware-software co-design, DSP optimization leveraging SIMD/VLIW/accelerators, Hardware-in-the-loop testing, and collaboration across signal processing, embedded, RF, and systems engineering teams. The role requires 8+ years of C/C++ embedded systems development, strong signal processing fundamentals, and experience translating research algorithms into production real-time systems.

Design, develop, and validate embedded software and device drivers for cutting-edge Qualcomm products including smartphones, IoT devices, and mobile platforms. Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers to implement software modules, perform debugging and code reviews, and ensure quality through regression testing. Work independently on complex embedded systems projects involving power management, ARM architecture integration, and performance optimization while documenting technical solutions.

Senior Embedded Software Development Engineer at Qualcomm will independently design, develop, debug, and validate real-time embedded software, RTOS environments, microcontroller firmware, and communication protocols for wireless chipsets supporting 3G, 4G, 5G, and AI technologies. Responsibilities include driver development, platform integration and testing, tool and process improvement, and support for customer issues. The role requires creating engineering documentation, technical specifications, and contributing to design reviews. A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field is required.

Qualcomm is seeking an experienced SoC Security Architect to design and define next-generation security architecture for datacenter System-on-Chips, focusing on confidential computing platforms, secure debug, and manageability features. The role requires architecting foundational security capabilities such as secure boot, attestation, hardware/firmware provenance, isolation, access control, and key management while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has 6+ years of hardware/systems engineering experience, deep knowledge of SoC architecture for datacenter environments, and proven expertise in threat modeling, security requirements development, and security architecture implementation. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills are essential for collaborating with platform architects and leadership across the organization.