rtos jobs in San Diego

Sr. Staff DSP Software Integration Engineer at Qualcomm responsible for driving integration, validation, and commercialization of embedded DSP and NPU software across platforms.…See more The role requires debugging complex software and system issues in real-time embedded environments, developing continuous integration and automated testing processes, and collaborating across hardware, firmware, systems, and architecture teams. Required experience includes 6+ years of software engineering, 3+ years programming in C, C++, Python, or Java, embedded systems development, and source control/Git workflows. Preferred experience spans DSP, NPU, AI/ML, RTOS, SoC architectures, and large-scale software integration efforts.

Senior Staff Software Engineer leading technical strategy and architecture for embedded, connected medical-device software. Will resolve cross-functional technical issues spanning software, hardware, systems, and quality; identify architectural improvements and technical debt; mentor engineers; and drive design reviews and coding standards.…See more Requires 12+ years of professional software development with medical-device or regulated systems experience, proficiency in C/C++, embedded Linux/RTOS, and network-connected device design.

CyberSecurity Engineer III will design, deploy, and administer Secret and Top Secret infrastructure across on-premises and private cloud environments, managing VMware virtualization, RHEL/Windows systems, and network infrastructure. The role requires implementing security controls per NIST SP 800-53 and DISA guidelines, automating system builds and patching with Ansible and Jenkins, and remediating vulnerabilities using tools like Nessus and Splunk.…See more You'll collaborate across infrastructure, cybersecurity, and mission teams to maintain secure environments throughout development, accreditation, and operations, with five or more years of infrastructure engineering or systems administration experience required.

Design and develop modem software for 5G NR connectivity across Snapdragon chipsets, using C/C++ and custom scripting languages to dynamically reconfigure modems in response to real-time network conditions and AI-driven signals. Architect next-generation frameworks enabling OEM and operator partners to deliver differentiated 5G experiences.…See more The role requires strong embedded systems fundamentals, real-time systems knowledge, and familiarity with wireless protocol stacks and machine-learning optimization concepts.

Lead embedded software and firmware development for Amazon's satellite RF systems, designing and implementing ASIC firmware, command systems, telemetry processing, and autonomous capabilities. Write robust software in Linux and RTOS environments, build hardware interfaces using protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, and Ethernet, and drive security architecture through threat modeling and secure coding practices.…See more Collaborate with hardware design teams to bring custom silicon from concept through secure bring-up and integration, optimizing for space-grade reliability and production testing.

Design, develop, and optimize modem firmware and software for 5G-Advanced and early 6G protocol stacks on Qualcomm's Snapdragon chipset. Work across L1/L2/L3 protocol layers to implement 3GPP-compliant features, develop real-time scheduling and resource management algorithms, and use custom scripting to dynamically reconfigure modems based on network conditions and AI-driven signals.…See more Requires strong C/C++ embedded systems expertise, real-time OS experience (RTOS), wireless communication principles, and the ability to debug complex field issues and optimize performance in latency-critical environments.

Design, develop, and optimize modem firmware and real-time embedded software for 5G/6G protocol stacks (L1/L2/L3) on Qualcomm's Snapdragon chipset, implementing 3GPP-compliant features and real-time scheduling algorithms. Work across protocol layers to develop adaptive algorithms that respond to network conditions and AI-driven optimization signals, and architect frameworks enabling OEM and operator partners to deliver differentiated wireless experiences.…See more Debug complex field issues using protocol logs and trace tools, write and maintain unit and integration tests, and collaborate with systems, architecture, and hardware teams on modem bring-up and performance optimization. Requires strong C/C++ foundation, deep wireless communication principles knowledge, embedded systems expertise, and familiarity with real-time operating systems.

Qualcomm seeks an embedded software engineer to design, develop, and validate real-time sensors software for mobile and IoT devices. You will architect scalable, high-performance systems integrating sensors, audio, location, camera, and connectivity technologies, working cross-functionally with hardware and systems teams.…See more The role requires proficiency in C/C++, embedded RTOS, Linux/Android, and software debugging tools, with potential contributions in digital signal processing, machine learning, and AI. You will manage complex projects independently, optimize performance, and produce technical documentation while ensuring architectural decisions align with business and technical requirements.

Develop high-performance embedded software for custom system-on-chip hardware, working across DSP, ARM, and RISC-V microarchitectures in multi-core environments ranging from bare metal to Linux. Write low-level C code to interface with hardware components, validate performance under nominal and stress conditions, and build test plans and software requirements specifications using test-driven development methodologies.…See more Requires 4+ years of C/C++ embedded systems experience, strong understanding of hardware-software interaction and computer architecture, proficiency with version control and CI/CD tools, and active Secret-level security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

An embedded systems software engineer role designing, implementing, and optimizing C applications for real-time signal processing on custom SoCs. The engineer will port signal processing algorithms from MATLAB/Python/C++ to optimized C code, develop Hardware-in-the-loop tests, and work across multi-disciplinary teams of software engineers, systems engineers, hardware designers, and signal processing experts.…See more Requires 8+ years of C/C++ embedded systems development, strong signal processing fundamentals, and hands-on Linux development experience.

Qualcomm seeks a Software Engineer to develop power and limits management software for chipsets and SoCs. The role involves analyzing requirements, designing software solutions optimized for power efficiency, performing detailed analysis of existing software to improve performance and memory utilization, and developing profiling and debugging tools.…See more Candidates will work across pre-silicon to commercialization, collaborating with system, power, hardware, and software engineers, and may scope hardware acceleration opportunities.

Senior embedded software engineer designing and implementing flight software for Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite constellation. You will develop real-time embedded systems in C, C++, and Rust, write device drivers and system applications for satellite power management, hardware interfaces, and autonomous control, and collaborate closely with hardware teams on board bring-up and integration testing.…See more Requires 5+ years of professional software development experience, 5+ years of programming language expertise, and demonstrated leadership in system design and architecture.

Senior Software Engineer developing swarm robotics systems using C++ for drone and ground-station core processes, Python for web services, and Java/Kotlin for Android clients. The role includes designing new swarming algorithms, extending communication protocols, and driving software architecture improvements and development processes.…See more Requires strong C++ expertise, full-stack web development skills, embedded systems knowledge, Linux proficiency, and a strong mathematical/physics background with vector operations.

Lead end-to-end robotics system architecture spanning hardware, firmware, OS, middleware, AI runtimes, and cloud integration at the principal/director level. Define architectural principles for real-time behavior, performance, safety, determinism, and scalability across heterogeneous compute (CPU/GPU/DSP/NPU/MCU), and guide decisions across perception, localization, navigation, planning, manipulation, and control stacks.…See more Architect multi-sensor systems with precise timing/synchronization (PTP/IEEE 1588), sensor fusion pipelines, and ROS 2/DDS-based middleware. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, hiring standards, and influence multi-year platform strategy.

Design and develop embedded software for Amazon's satellite constellation, working across power management, hardware interfaces, command & telemetry, and autonomous control. Write flight code and device drivers in C, C++, Rust, or similar languages for real-time operating systems, interfacing with electronics via I2C, SPI, RS-422, RS-485, Ethernet, and similar protocols.…See more Lead architecture and design of satellite software systems, support board bring-up and integration testing with hardware teams, and mentor other engineers. Requires 5+ years of professional software development experience, 5+ years leading design/architecture of systems, and proven tech lead or team leadership background.

Associate Software Engineer at L3Harris will develop embedded software for real-time control systems in tactical radio equipment, working across the full software development lifecycle from requirements through testing. The role involves designing hardware-software interfaces, implementing in multiple languages (C++, C#, C, Java, Python, etc.) on embedded RTOS platforms (VxWorks, QNX, Linux), and participating in peer reviews and defect tracking.…See more Candidates must be pursuing or have recently completed a Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.

Saronic Technologies seeks experienced Systems Software Engineers to develop software for autonomous maritime systems, working across the full stack from low-level hardware interfaces and embedded systems to backend services and infrastructure. The role requires strong software engineering fundamentals and hands-on experience with cyber-physical systems, sensor/actuator integration, distributed services, and mission-critical reliability.…See more Candidates should have 5+ years of professional experience with C++, Python, Rust, or Go, Linux proficiency, and a track record building systems that interact with real-world hardware in robotics, autonomy, aerospace, or similar domains.

Senior Firmware Engineer responsible for developing and optimizing low-level embedded C++ software for avionics systems, flight controllers, and mission payloads. The role involves porting frameworks to new RTOSes and hardware platforms, creating BSPs and HALs, designing peripheral drivers (I2C, SPI, UART, ADC, wireless protocols), and conducting safety-critical testing including MISRA C compliance.…See more Requires 5+ years of embedded systems experience, strong Linux/Windows proficiency, Python/Bash scripting, and ability to diagnose cross-domain issues across electromechanical, software, networking, and RF subsystems.

Senior Staff Engineer role focused on developing next-generation automotive telematics platform software at Qualcomm. Responsibilities include architecting platform security (mandatory access control, verified boot, disk encryption), leading boot-time and memory optimization efforts, designing fusion configurations integrating application processors with cellular modems, planning kernel and Yocto upgrade roadmaps, and ensuring automotive software compliance.…See more The role requires 6+ years of software engineering experience with deep expertise in embedded Linux, kernel development, bootloaders, Yocto build systems, automotive cybersecurity standards, and cross-team technical leadership.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Qualcomm's Data Center Business Unit designing and developing firmware and software solutions for cloud edge and data center ML workloads on high-performance silicon. The role requires deep expertise in embedded software (BSP, device drivers, RTOS, secure boot, TrustZone) and low-level C programming, with hands-on experience in board bring-up, debug tools (JTAG/SWD), and SoC architecture.…See more The candidate will work on critical technologies including ML acceleration, memory management, virtualization, and DMA-based data movement, collaborating across internal and cross-functional teams.

Embedded software engineer role focused on mobile chipset development within Qualcomm's Core Platform group. Responsibilities include designing and implementing build system software, integrating drivers and peripheral software, debugging system-level issues, and collaborating with hardware and systems engineering teams to meet power and performance targets.…See more Required skills include embedded C/C++/assembly development, real-time operating systems, device drivers, build systems (SCons), JTAG debugging, and scripting languages.

Qualcomm Research seeks a senior firmware engineer to design, develop, and integrate embedded software for advanced wireless platforms targeting 6G research prototypes. You will optimize real-time embedded systems across full development lifecycles, collaborate with baseband/RF/hardware teams, and work on signal processing algorithms, device drivers, and hardware platform bring-up.…See more The role requires proficiency in C/C++, multi-threading, OS fundamentals, and experience with wireless communication systems (5G NR, 802.11), GPUs, DSPs, and complex system debugging.

The Senior Systems Engineer will lead the full lifecycle of Compute, Camera, and Radio product development—from requirements and system architecture through integration, verification, and testing. The role requires 8+ years of experience managing cross-functional engineering teams, developing system requirements and verification matrices, designing top-level architectures, and communicating allocations to design engineers.…See more Candidates must have deep expertise in embedded systems, flight and ground software, real-time operating systems, embedded processors, and interface protocols such as SpaceWire, CameraLink, and CAN, with fluency in C, C++, and Python.

Develop firmware for secure enclaves of custom ASICs in Blue Origin's TeraWave satellite communications network. Responsibilities include writing ROM code, bootloaders, and runtime firmware supporting secure boot, attestation, OTA updates, and lifecycle management.…See more Work closely with hardware and systems engineers on pre- and post-silicon validation, debugging, and bring-up of custom silicon. Requires 5+ years of firmware development in C with strong embedded systems and hardware/software integration experience.

Software Engineering Manager leading an onsite engineering team in San Diego with responsibility for technical guidance, project oversight, quality assurance, and team resource management. The role requires deep embedded systems expertise (bare-metal, FreeRTOS, Linux PCBA bring-up), proficiency in C/C++, Python, and Matlab, and experience with qualified space-grade hardware production.…See more The manager will review technical work, coordinate cross-functional efforts with product and design teams, evaluate contractor proposals, and ensure adherence to design processes and quality standards.