Embedded Engineer

Ethereum Technologies; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethereum Technologies is seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer in California to lead vehicle computing platform architecture, develop firmware and drivers, and integrate sensors such as LiDAR, Radar, and Cameras. You will collaborate across hardware and software teams to ensure robust, high-performance, and safe embedded solutions.

The role requires deep expertise in Embedded C/C++, Python, Linux, RTOS (FreeRTOS/QNX), and automotive networking standards.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in embedded C/C++ and Python.
• Strong experience with Linux and RTOS environments (FreeRTOS/QNX).
• Experienced in device drivers, firmware, and bootloaders.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead embedded system architecture for vehicle computing and networking platforms.
• Develop embedded firmware and device drivers using C/C++ and Python.
• Work with Linux kernel, FreeRTOS, QNX, and other RTOS platforms.
• Develop and debug CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Ethernet interfaces.
• Work with networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, HTTP, and gRPC.
• Integrate sensors including LiDAR, Radar, and Cameras.
• Support PCB bring-up, hardware debugging, and system integration.
• Perform HIL testing and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and electrical engineering teams.
• Ensure system reliability, safety, and performance.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Python

Linux

RTOS

Networking (TCP/IP)

CAN/LIN/FlexRay/Ethernet

Device drivers

System architecture

Technical leadership

Job description

US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other

Job Description :

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer with strong experience in embedded firmware, C/C++, Linux, RTOS, networking, and automotive systems. The candidate will lead system architecture, develop device drivers, integrate hardware and sensors, and improve the performance and reliability of vehicle computing platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and lead embedded system architecture for vehicle computing and networking platforms.
• Develop embedded firmware and device drivers using C/C++ and Python.
• Work with Linux kernel, FreeRTOS, QNX, and other RTOS platforms.
• Develop and debug CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Ethernet communication interfaces.
• Work with networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, HTTP, and gRPC.
• Integrate sensors including LiDAR, Radar, and Cameras.
• Support PCB bring-up, hardware debugging, and system integration.
• Perform Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing and performance optimization.
• Work with hardware, software, and electrical engineering teams.
• Ensure system reliability, safety, and performance.

Required Skills :

• Strong programming experience in Embedded C/C++ and Python.
• Expertise in Embedded Linux and RTOS (FreeRTOS/QNX).
• Experience with device drivers, firmware, and bootloaders.
• Knowledge of CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet, I2C, and SPI.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, UDP, and networking protocols.
• Experience with automotive embedded systems.
• Knowledge of Linux kernel tuning and hardware integration.
• Experience with HIL testing and debugging tools.
• Strong system architecture and technical leadership skills.

Preferred Skills :

• AUTOSAR, OSEK, and ISO 26262.
• Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN), PTP/gPTP.
• CPU, GPU, and hardware accelerator optimization.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.