Embedded Software Engineer (Entry-Junior)

Revel; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Equity

Life insurance

Parental leave

Catered lunch

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Revel is hiring an early-career Embedded Software Engineer in San Francisco to bridge the high-performance runtime with the world of industrial hardware. You will learn systems programming, hardware integration, and safety-critical software development, growing to ensure correctness in real-time environments.

You will work under senior engineers, write Rust for Linux userspace, and gain hands-on experience with hardware debugging tools while contributing to robust, scalable software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• 0–2 years of professional experience in systems programming or embedded software.
• Foundational knowledge of C, C++, or Rust, with interest in Rust.
• Basic understanding of Linux internals or OS concepts.
• Strong analytical mindset and eagerness to learn hardware-software integration.

Responsibilities

• Support integration of industrial hardware and navigation of register maps and protocols.
• Assist in implementing Hardware Abstraction Layers under senior guidance.
• Write and contribute to Rust code targeting Linux userspace.
• Use hardware debugging tools such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Contribute to code quality through testing and peer reviews.
• Develop an understanding of system reliability as a safety requirement.

Skills

Rust

C/C++

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Eng, CS

Tools

HALs

Job description

About Revel

At Revel, we are revolutionizing the way the world's most critical hardware is controlled—across aerospace, automotive, energy, and manufacturing sectors. Our next-generation software stack combines an intuitive command/control interface, a specialized programming language tailored for hardware control, and a high-performance runtime environment. We empower engineers to build, test, and deploy critical systems rapidly, reliably, and safely.

Role Overview

We are looking for an early-career Embedded Software Engineer to join our rapidly growing engineering team. You will contribute to the critical software layer that bridges Revel's high-performance runtime and the complex physical world of industrial machinery. Under the guidance of senior engineers, you will develop skills in systems programming, hardware integration, and safety-critical software development — growing into a role where a millisecond feels like an eternity and correctness is non-negotiable.

Responsibilities

• Support integration of industrial hardware, learning to navigate register maps and standard protocols.
• Assist in implementing Hardware Abstraction Layers (HALs) under senior guidance.
• Write and contribute to Rust code targeting Linux userspace.
• Learn to use hardware debugging tools including logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Contribute to code quality through testing and peer reviews.
• Develop an understanding of system reliability as a safety requirement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 0–2 years of professional experience in systems programming or embedded software development.
• Foundational knowledge of C, C++, or Rust — strong motivation to work primarily in Rust.
• Basic understanding of Linux internals or operating system concepts.
• Strong analytical mindset and eagerness to learn hardware-software integration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Any coursework or personal project experience with embedded systems or microcontrollers.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, or CAN.
• Exposure to hardware debugging tools (logic analyzers, oscilloscopes).
• Interest in safety-critical or real-time systems.
• Any experience with Rust, even in personal projects.

Why Revel

• Join a world-class team of engineers with decades of critical software applications experience.
• Work on groundbreaking technology that directly impacts critical infrastructure and high-stakes industries with strong early traction.
• Competitive salary, substantial equity, and significant personal growth opportunities.
• Collaborative, ambitious, and technically challenging environment.

Join us to redefine what's possible in software for hardware.

Benefits

• Health insurance — We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to support you and your family.
• 401(k) — Save for your future with our 401(k) plan.
• Equity — All full-time employees receive equity, ensuring that you share in Revel's success and growth.
• Life insurance — Company-paid life insurance gives you and your family peace of mind.
• Parental leave — We offer paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents.
• Catered lunch — We provide catered lunch five days a week, so you can stay fueled and focused.
• Unlimited PTO — We trust you to take the time you need. Unlimited PTO for all full-time employees.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.