Embedded Linux Platform Engineer

AeroVironment; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

9/80 work schedule

Paid holidays

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Platform Software Engineer to join our Sunrise, FL team. You will implement Linux-based software closely with hardware prototypes, develop algorithms, and drive moderately complex tasks to completion.

The role requires a BS in CE/CS and 2–10+ years of related experience, with strong C, Linux, and ARM exposure. ITAR compliance and team collaboration are integral to the job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in CE or CS with 2–10+ years of related experience.
• Strong C programming skills and Linux development experience.
• Experience with multithreaded environments and networking code.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US security clearance.
• Familiarity with ARM platforms and scripting (Python, Lua, Shell).

Responsibilities

• Implement low level Linux OS software working closely with hardware prototypes.
• Implement and verify basic software algorithms.
• Perform basic code design tasks.
• Create efficient code, working closely with other team members.
• Take ownership of moderately complex tasks and drive them to completion.
• Understand and execute test strategies to deliver quality software.
• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code.
• Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and maintainability of code.
• Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to these problems.

Skills

C programming

Multithreading

ARM development

Scripting (Python/Lua/Shell)

Linux development

Networking

I2C/SPI

Source control

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in CE or CS

Tools

Text Editor

Command‑Line tools

Code development tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AeroVironment is seeking a Platform Software Engineer to join our Sunrise, FL team. You will implement Linux-based software closely with hardware prototypes, develop algorithms, and drive moderately complex tasks to completion.

The role requires a BS in CE/CS and 2–10+ years of related experience, with strong C, Linux, and ARM exposure. ITAR compliance and team collaboration are integral to the job.