Embedded Software Engineer

Motorola Solutions Inc; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with Company Match

10 Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Parental & Family Leave

Job summary

Motorola Solutions in Texas is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop robust Linux-based embedded software for in-car video systems and body cameras, covering architecture through unit testing. The role focuses on modern C++ development and system integration on production hardware.

You will work in an Agile environment, author and refine user stories, run unit and system tests, and contribute to a scalable CI/CD build pipeline.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of C++ development with hands-on Linux-based embedded systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Preferred: experience with Bare Metal C, Linux kernel drivers, device trees, and Yocto.
• Familiarity with RTOS considerations, networking protocols, and CI/CD pipeline management.
• Exposure to Linux UI or Android development and Open Source tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Architect, code, and maintain embedded software applications using modern C++.
• Work with vendor APIs/SDKs, define clean interfaces, and debug complex system-level issues.
• Participate in Agile sprint planning, execute unit and system tests, and support CI/CD.
• Contribute to reusable code and scalable maintenance across production hardware.

Skills

C++

Linux

Embedded systems

Object-oriented programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE or related field

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

The Embedded Software Team at Motorola Solutions, Inc. delivers firmware for embedded devices including in-car video systems and body cameras. The highly skilled engineers in this team utilize their diverse backgrounds and specializations to develop Linux-based applications in support of the customer solution. The team uses modern C++ to develop highly portable code, and utilize state-of-the-art tools and systems throughout the development life cycle.

Job Description

We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join our team in developing robust, scalable software for Linux-based embedded systems. In this role, you will be responsible for the full software lifecycle from architecture and C++ development to unit testing, system maintenance, and code reusability across production hardware.

Responsibilities

• Application Development: Architect, code, and maintain embedded software applications using modern C++.
• System Integration: Work with vendor-provided APIs/SDKs, define clean software interfaces, and debug complex system-level issues on production hardware.
• Agile Execution: Author and refine user stories, execute unit and system-level tests, and participate in sprint deliverables within an Agile environment.
• CI/CD Build Pipeline: Utilize multi-stage continuous integration processes to build, test, and release reliable embedded software loads.

Qualifications

• Core Experience: 1+ years of experience in C++ development paired with hands-on exposure to Linux-based embedded systems
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with low-level systems including Bare Metal C development, Linux Kernel drivers, device trees, and Yocto implementations.
• Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with real-time operating system (RTOS) considerations, networking protocols, and CI/CD pipeline management.
• Preferred Qualifications: Exposure to Linux UI development, Android development, Open Source tools, or embedded neural network applications.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming in C++ paired with hands-on experience developing Linux-based embedded systems.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required.
• Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements

Under 10% Relocation Provided None

Position Type

New Grad Referral Payment Plan Yes

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

Culture

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world.

If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions.