Embedded Systems Engineer IV, R&D

BetterCloud; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BetterCloud is seeking an experienced Embedded Systems Engineer IV to lead software development across next-gen hardware platforms. You will own the full software lifecycle for devices, integrating low-level firmware with sensors, edge compute, and cloud services.

You will architect and implement production-grade embedded code on platforms like Raspberry Pi and NVIDIA Jetson, build robust drivers for peripherals, and optimize for edge AI workloads.

Qualifications

• BS degree in CS/CE/EE or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years of embedded software development.
• Expert-level proficiency in C and C++.
• OS: Embedded Linux with kernel config and device trees.
• Experience with Raspberry Pi and NVIDIA Jetson platforms.
• Proficiency in Python or Bash for testing and automation.
• Experience developing drivers for sensors and peripheral interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain embedded software from prototype to production.
• Develop firmware and middleware on platforms including Raspberry Pi, Jetson, and SOMs.
• Write low-level drivers for sensors and peripherals (I2C, SPI, UART, USB, PCIe).
• Optimize edge compute with hardware acceleration (CUDA, TensorRT).
• Design fault-detection and OTA firmware update systems for field stability.
• Collaborate with hardware, mechanical, and cloud teams on architectures.
• Mentor junior engineers and enforce code quality through reviews.

Skills

C and C++

Python or Bash

Embedded Linux

Git

CI/CD

Networking (TCP/IP,MQTT)

Hardware Debugging

Education

BS in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Git

CMake

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Yocto Project

Buildroot

Job description

Who we are looking for:

As an Engineer IV, Embedded Systems within the R&D team, you will serve as a technical anchor for our next-generation hardware platforms. You will design, develop, and optimize high-performance software running on a variety of embedded systems—ranging from single-board computers and edge AI compute modules to custom ARM architecture. This role requires a unique blend of scrappy, proof-of-concept rapid prototyping and disciplined, production-grade software engineering. You will own the software lifecycle for new devices, ensuring seamless integration between low-level hardware, sensors, edge computing frameworks, and our enterprise cloud infrastructure.

What you will do:

• End-to-End Development: Architect, implement, and maintain embedded software from initial conceptual prototypes to ruggedized, scalable, enterprise-level production code.
• Platform Ownership: Develop and optimize firmware and middleware on platforms including Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson, and ARM-based System-on-Modules (SOMs).
• Sensor & Peripheral Integration: Write and debug low-level drivers and interfaces for a diverse ecosystem of peripherals, cameras, and environmental sensors via protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB, and PCIe.
• Edge Intelligence & Compute: Optimize software on compute-constrained edge devices, including leveraging hardware acceleration (e.g., CUDA, TensorRT on Jetson platforms) for real-time data processing and computer vision pipelines.
• System Stability & Lifecycle: Design robust fault-detection, automated recovery mechanisms, and secure over-the-air (OTA) firmware update systems to ensure maximum field stability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with hardware/electrical engineers, mechanical designers, and cloud backend teams to define system architectures and interfaces.
• Mentorship & Standards: Drive code quality through rigorous code reviews, automated testing, and comprehensive documentation. Mentor junior and mid-level engineers on the team.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What you will need:

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience). 6+ years' Professional experience in embedded software development, with a proven track record of shipping commercial or industrial hardware productsExpert-level proficiency in C and C++; strong scripting skills in Python or Bash for testing and automation. OS Expertise: Deep experience developing within Embedded Linux environments (including kernel configuration, device tree modification, and custom driver development). Hands-on experience building applications on Raspberry Pi (Linux/Debian) and NVIDIA Jetson (JetPack ecosystem). Solid understanding of hardware communication protocols: SPI, I2C, UART, CAN bus, USB. Experience interfacing with high-resolution image sensors, cameras, or specialized sensors. Proficiency with modern software engineering tools: Git, CMake, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines tailored for embedded targets. Familiarity with networking stacks and IoT communication protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, MQTT, gRPC). Comfortable utilizing lab equipment like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters to debug hardware/software boundary issues. Expert in version control systems including trunk-based development, multiple release planning, cherry picking, and rebase. Nice to Have Technical Competencies Experience with custom Linux distribution builders like Yocto Project or Buildroot. Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal ARM development. Experience deploying or optimizing machine learning models at the edge. #LI-AM3