bootloader jobs in San Diego

Senior Embedded Software Engineer leading development of embedded Linux and RTOS systems for aerospace hardware platforms. Designs low-level C/C++ software, device drivers, and real-time applications for ARM Cortex and RISC-V architectures while integrating communications interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, PCIe, Ethernet, SpaceWire) and implementing cryptographic security protocols.…See more Mentors junior engineers, manages software configuration and releases, and collaborates closely with hardware and FPGA teams on system integration and validation.

Staff or Senior Staff Engineer responsible for system software development on MediaTek SoC platforms, including platform board bring-up, driver development for Windows/Android/Linux, and hands-on debugging of customer issues. Requires 10+ years of C/C++ and SoC system software experience, deep knowledge of peripheral buses and OS internals, and expertise in power optimization and performance analysis.…See more Will manage multiple concurrent tasks, coordinate with customers and support teams, and provide on-site technical support.

Qualcomm seeks a Principal Engineer to design and develop low-level firmware for CPU bootstrapping, power management, and debug functionality in embedded SoCs. The role requires deep expertise in computer architecture (memory consistency, coherency, virtualization, security), ARM/RISC-V ISA, and multi-core CPU software stacks, with responsibility for defining 3–5 year software roadmaps and coordinating with Arm architects and third-party partners.…See more The candidate will troubleshoot high-performance microarchitecture issues (prefetching, speculation, memory ordering) and drive software–hardware trade-offs across heterogeneous compute platforms. 8+ years of software engineering experience with strong C/C++ skills and 15+ years in embedded systems, real-time development, and low-level drivers/firmware is expected.

Design, develop, and test embedded software for aerospace spacecraft and computer boards, with hands-on responsibility for bootloaders, BSPs, kernels, and device drivers across VxWorks, Embedded Linux, RTEMS, and bare-metal platforms. Write C/C++ and assembly code for real-time, high-reliability systems, and develop Python-based test automation tools.…See more Participate in system verification, debugging, manufacturing support, and cross-discipline design reviews; contribute to software architecture and process improvement across projects. Requires 8–30 years of embedded systems experience, strong C/C++/Python proficiency, and deep knowledge of kernel/driver development, low-level debugging, and file-system fundamentals.

Staff Engineer responsible for platform integration across simulation (SIL/HIL/VIL) and edge deployment workflows for autonomous systems. Will own reference implementations, developer tooling, and orchestration frameworks while integrating hardware, sensors, controllers, and APIs across Linux-based systems.…See more Requires 5+ years in robotics, autonomy, or embedded systems with strong C++ and Python skills, plus hands-on experience debugging embedded interfaces using oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers. Will partner cross-functionally to improve platform stability, scalability, and developer experience for mission-critical products.

Design, implement, and maintain hardware adaptation layers, device drivers, bootloaders, and real-time operating system abstractions for next-generation hand-held radio products. Perform feasibility studies and performance analysis of RTOS on specific hardware targets, and bring up designs on physical hardware in collaboration with team members.…See more Requires 4+ years of embedded software development and RTOS integration experience (Nucleus, FreeRTOS, VxWorks) with deep proficiency in C/C++, ARM processors, and Linux subsystems.

Sr. Staff Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize embedded software systems for secure government platforms, with emphasis on bootloader-to-application layers.…See more Role requires strong C/C++ and embedded systems expertise (6+ years), experience with platforms like Android, Linux, QNX, and RTOS, and ability to debug complex issues across the full software stack. Responsibilities include system integration, technical documentation, collaboration with test/systems teams, and direct customer engagement at technical exchange meetings. Ideal candidate has deep knowledge of subsystems like modem, BSP, networking, compute/AI, multimedia, or platform security.

Lead Embedded Software Engineer responsible for architecting, designing, and delivering embedded software solutions across multiple client projects. Will serve as technical lead on firmware and low-level software engagements, mentor embedded engineers, and collaborate with hardware, FPGA, and systems engineering teams to translate requirements into reliable embedded systems.…See more Requires 8+ years of professional embedded software development in C/C++ with 2+ years in a technical lead role, strong hands-on experience with microcontroller/microprocessor platforms, peripheral drivers, embedded Linux, and real-time operating systems. This role blends hands-on engineering with technical leadership in a client-facing, consulting environment, including responsibility for architecture definition, coding standards, design reviews, test strategies, hardware bring-up, and technical estimation.

Staff Software Engineer role focused on designing, developing, and integrating hypervisor and System Memory Management Unit (SMMU) firmware for Qualcomm's SoC platforms used in mobile, automotive, compute, and IoT devices. The engineer will work on low-level firmware that interfaces with bootloaders, Linux, and TrustZone, requiring deep expertise in ARM CPU architecture, virtualization, kernel development, and secure coding.…See more Responsibilities include firmware feature design, cross-team collaboration with hardware and ASIC teams, debugging and verification, code review, and technical documentation. Requires 2+ years of C/C++ programming with 4+ years total software engineering experience and strong background in OS/kernel development, computer architecture, and embedded systems.

Senior Software QA Engineer responsible for validating Firestorm's avionics platform—embedded Linux and RTOS flight computers, drivers, middleware, and safety-critical interfaces. Will design and execute risk-based test strategies (feature, exploratory, regression, acceptance) across HIL/SIL rigs, build Python-driven automation for serial/CAN/Ethernet I/O and fault injection, and instrument diagnostics to isolate timing and state issues before Flight Test.…See more Expected to own system testing end-to-end, validate robustness under degraded conditions (jitter, packet loss, brownouts, watchdog resets), and collaborate with avionics, autonomy, radio, and payload teams to harden reliability on aircraft.