embedded-linux jobs in San Diego

Qualcomm's Data Center Business Unit seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop software/firmware solutions for cloud edge and data center ML workloads on high-performance silicon. The role focuses on ML acceleration, memory management, virtualization, and board support packages (BSP), with deep expertise required in embedded Linux, device drivers, RTOS, secure boot, TrustZone, and low-speed peripherals (I2C/SPI/UART).…See more You will collaborate across internal and cross-functional teams to advance critical technologies including process-in-memory and efficient data movement via DMA. The position requires 2+ years of low-level C programming experience and a strong foundation in SoC architecture, multi-threaded programming, and embedded development tools.

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.

Senior Staff Software Engineer leading technical strategy and problem-solving across software, systems, electrical, and quality functions for regulated medical-device products. Responsible for architecting embedded, connected, network-enabled systems; resolving cross-functional technical challenges; mentoring engineers; and ensuring compliance with FDA, IVDR, and international regulatory standards.…See more Requires 12+ years of professional software development experience with embedded or software-intensive products, deep proficiency in C/C++, embedded Linux or RTOS, and proven expertise in networked device design, secure communications, and design-control processes for medical devices or safety-critical systems.

Design and implement secure embedded software for multi-core processors integrated with FPGA systems (Xilinx, Microsemi, Microchip, Vorago) using C/C++ and Rust. Lead development of Embedded Linux and RTOS solutions, manage inter-process communications on ARM Cortex and RISC-V architectures, and implement RFC-compliant networking and security protocols (IP, TLS, IPsec).…See more Apply cryptographic principles including AES, RSA, ECDSA, Secure Boot, and Zero Trust architectures. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior engineers while driving software development, integration, and validation on custom hardware platforms.

Staff Software Engineer role focused on Linux kernel device driver development for Qualcomm's QCR-100 AI accelerators. The engineer will develop and maintain PCIe device drivers, firmware loading mechanisms, MHI bus integration, DMABUF handling, and DMA transfer code.…See more Requires 4+ years of software engineering experience, 2+ years with C/C++, and hands-on Linux kernel driver development including kernel modules, sysfs, and low-level debugging. Desirable experience includes PCIe stack knowledge, DMA/IOMMU understanding, DKMS module management, and SoC-as-a-Device architectures.

Design and develop embedded Linux drivers and middleware services for autonomous vehicle platforms, architecting CI/CD pipelines, OTA systems, and test frameworks from scratch. You'll integrate across multiple vehicle platforms, CAN bus architectures, and sensor suites while defining quality standards, release criteria, and system-level validation.…See more This role requires hands-on embedded systems experience with Linux, C/C++, and strong hardware–software integration and debugging skills in a fast-moving startup environment.

Senior Firmware Engineer role developing high-performance, real-time firmware for camera-based sports equipment. Requires 6+ years of embedded systems experience with mastery of C/C++ for bare-metal and real-time development, proven ability to interface with DDR, Flash, I2C, SPI, RTOS, and LVDS components, and expertise in hardware debugging (JTAG).…See more The role includes mentoring junior engineers, optimizing performance-critical systems for low-latency/high-speed applications, and collaborating with hardware and systems teams. Strongly desired skills include FPGA design (Xilinx Zynq/Versal/Artix), Vitis/Vivado, computer vision/image processing, and embedded Linux.

A software engineer will maintain and extend the C++ codebase for ground station and drone swarm systems, develop new swarming algorithms and communication protocols, and build Python web services and Android frontends. The role requires proficiency in C++, Python, Java/Kotlin for Android, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, Linux development, and object-oriented design, with a mathematical or physics background.…See more Responsibilities include collaborating on software architecture, working with Agile processes, and contributing to autonomous swarm robotics systems that enable one operator to control dozens to hundreds of vehicles in real-time.

Principal Software Engineer responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and testing embedded and real-time software for flight-critical and mission-critical systems at Northrop Grumman. The role requires expertise in C, C++, and Python, with experience in multi-threaded development, SDLC, Agile methodologies, and real-time operating systems (VxWorks, Integrity, embedded Linux).…See more Will collaborate across Systems Engineering, Cloud & Application, DevSecOps, and Test Automation teams in a fast-paced environment, analyzing system capabilities and resolving technical problems.

Staff Engineer responsible for developing and extending Linux kernel driver code for Qualcomm's QCR-100 AI accelerators, with focus on PCIe device setup, firmware loading, MHI bus, DMABUF importation, and DMA transfers. Requires strong experience with Linux kernel driver development, C programming, and low-level implementation.…See more Desirable qualifications include PCIe stack expertise, DMA/IOMMU understanding, and familiarity with SoC-as-a-Device architectures and embedded Linux systems.

Design, implement, and integrate embedded Linux software for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) radio platforms, including headless applications, servers, and device drivers. You'll perform feasibility studies and performance analysis of software-defined radio components, interface with Linux services and protocols, configure board support packages, and collaborate with hardware teams to validate designs on physical radio and UAS platforms.…See more Requires 4+ years of embedded Linux integration and embedded software development experience, expert proficiency in C/C++ and Python, and hands-on experience with Yocto Project, command-and-control links, flight controller integration, and common lab test equipment.

Senior Staff Engineer responsible for leading complex UxS/UAS systems integration across hardware, software, autonomy, and operational test environments. Will define readiness criteria and test coverage for hardware-based autonomy validation, troubleshoot unmanned systems (flight controllers, radios, sensors, ground stations), and drive reusable test practices and field guidance across engineering and operations teams.…See more Requires 10+ years hands-on experience in UxS systems integration, robotics, autonomy testing, or flight test, with strong practical knowledge of Linux, embedded systems, autopilot ecosystems (PX4, ArduPilot, MAVLink, Pixhawk), and scripting/data-analysis tools (Python, Bash, MATLAB). Must lead through influence across cross-functional teams and communicate technical findings to diverse audiences.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer role at Qualcomm's Data Center Business Unit focused on designing and developing software/firmware for cloud edge and data center ML acceleration on high-performance silicon. The role requires deep expertise in embedded systems including board support packages, device drivers, RTOS, secure boot, TrustZone, and low-speed peripherals (I2C/SPI/UART), combined with proficiency in C/C++ development, debugging with JTAG/SWD, and embedded Linux.…See more Responsibilities include ML acceleration, process-in-memory optimization, memory management, virtualization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidate has 2+ years of low-level C programming and background in SoC architecture, DMA, PCIe, and multi-threaded programming.

This role focuses on software integration, system validation, release quality, and deployment across embedded hardware and software stacks. The engineer will develop Embedded Linux drivers, middleware services for OTA updates and diagnostics, create CI/CD pipelines for embedded builds, automate deployments across HIL and vehicle environments, and design regression tests for firmware and CAN interfaces.…See more The position requires 3+ years in embedded systems, platform engineering, or DevOps, with hands-on Linux experience, C/C++ proficiency, and expertise in driver development, CAN bus integration, and structured test planning.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer responsible for architecting, designing, and developing embedded software components and APIs for space products. Will create software requirements documents, develop prototype software across bare metal, Linux, VxWorks, and Green Hills environments, and collaborate with hardware teams on device drivers and hardware-software interfaces.…See more Requires 5+ years (10 preferred) of embedded systems development experience with proficiency in C/C++, embedded processors (ARM, PowerPC, x86, TI-DSP), embedded Linux, and interface protocols (PCI, USB, SPI, I2C, SpaceWire, Ethernet, CAN). Will also develop test cases in Python or LabView, set up DevOps pipelines, and troubleshoot prototype hardware.

Lead technical architect and mentor for embedded firmware and low-level software across multiple client projects. Responsible for defining embedded software architecture (RTOS selection, drivers, middleware, communication protocols), establishing coding standards and design review practices, mentoring embedded engineers, and serving as primary technical contact with clients.…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 systems, peripheral drivers (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, USB, Ethernet), embedded Linux, real-time operating systems, and bare-metal firmware development.

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.

Design, implement, and integrate software for embedded Linux targets, including headless applications, drivers, and servers. Configure Linux kernels and board support packages, troubleshoot system-level issues across the embedded Linux stack, and perform feasibility studies and performance analysis.…See more Requires 4+ years of embedded Linux integration and embedded software development experience, proficiency in C++ and Python, 2+ years with Yocto Project, and experience with device drivers, cross-compilation, and kernel development.

Develop, test, and deliver software and firmware for uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUVs), including designing embedded systems in C/C++, writing device drivers and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART), integrating sensors and hardware components, and conducting at-sea testing and validation. The role spans both embedded firmware development and hardware design, requiring hands-on prototyping, PCB work, lab testing with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers, and occasional travel for sea trials.…See more You will collaborate on component selection, system optimization, regression testing, and may operate UUV systems during evaluation.

Design, develop, and test embedded software for space products, including bootloaders, BSPs, device drivers for VxWorks, Embedded Linux, and RTEMS. Write C and assembly code for low-level hardware interfaces, develop Python-based test automation GUIs, and create comprehensive test plans and verification documentation.…See more Debug and verify component and board designs through software, troubleshoot production issues, and lead technical customer discussions.

The Embedded Software Engineer III designs and implements embedded software for satellite avionics and payload data processing systems, including real-time monitoring, power management, and Linux board support packages for flight applications. The role requires proficiency in C/C++ on embedded Linux and RTOS platforms, experience with ARM Cortex and RISC-V architectures, bootloader/kernel customization, and networking/security protocols (IP, TLS, IPsec).…See more Responsibilities include interfacing with FPGA systems (Xilinx, Microsemi, Microchip, Vorago), cryptographic implementations, and close collaboration with hardware teams to deliver low-SWaP aerospace solutions. Candidates must have 5+ years of embedded software development and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer role focused on implementing existing DSP algorithms into production-quality embedded C/C++ software for modern CPU and GPU architectures. Responsibilities include translating reference models into optimized real-time code, working with ARM-based System-on-Chip and embedded Linux environments, collaborating with FPGA and signal processing engineers, and leading embedded software delivery for customer programs.…See more Requires strong commercial experience in C/C++ embedded development, real-time algorithm implementation, embedded systems optimization, and direct customer engagement.

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.…See more 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.

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.…See more 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.

Senior Systems Software Engineer role at Saronic Technologies focused on designing, developing, and optimizing software systems for autonomous surface vessels. Responsibilities include implementing autonomous navigation and control algorithms, integrating software with hardware systems, optimizing network communications for low-bandwidth/high-latency environments, and conducting software testing and validation.…See more The role requires 3+ years (Senior) or 8+ years (Staff) of software engineering experience, preferably in autonomous systems or robotics, with proficiency in C/C++ or Rust, embedded Linux systems, and knowledge of low-level protocols and networking principles.