Linux Embedded Software Engineer

Science; Alameda, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible vacation

Company-paid holidays

Equity

401(k)

Job summary

Science is a clinical stage, vertically integrated technology company focused on neuroscience challenges. We develop embedded Linux systems and interfaces to visualize and control complex hardware in collaboration with hardware, software, and biology teams.

The role requires 4+ years building embedded Linux, expert C/C++, and strong OS knowledge. Competitive salary, equity, and benefits are offered for this full-time California role; remote work is not indicated for this posting.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience building, debugging, and shipping embedded Linux systems.
• Degree: Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/CE or related field.
• Expert in C and/or C++ programming.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain high-quality system-level software for embedded Linux systems.
• Bring up application-level drivers for sensors/actuators using I2C, SPI, CAN, Modbus RTU, TCP/IP, GPIO.
• Design, build, and maintain web-based real-time GUI consoles and dashboards.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate in-house electronics.
• Collaborate with biologists to understand system dynamics.
• Create and manage virtual and physical test bed infrastructure.
• Stay up-to-date with relevant technologies.

Skills

Embedded Linux

C/C++ programming

Debugging

AI developments

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/CE

Tools

Yocto/Buildroot

Job description

Science is a clinical stage, vertically integrated technology company focused on solving some of neuroscience’s hardest questions and most serious unmet medical needs. We work to restore quality of life to those with debilitating conditions for which there are no treatment options, creating devices aimed at restoring vision, cognition, and mobility to patients who have lost it. To support progress across our industry, we provide state-of-the-art components and vertically integrated infrastructure for others to build on via Science Foundry.

The embedded Linux software engineer at Science will own and drive complex embedded electronics systems projects from the ground up. This position requires highly focused expertise in software development and electronics integration, while also requiring generalist familiarity and curiosity across many cross-functional domains to facilitate close collaboration with electrical, mechanical, and biological teams.

Role responsibilities:

• Architect, develop, and maintain high quality system-level software for embedded Linux systems
• Bring up application-level drivers for sensors and actuators against datasheets using protocols and I/O such as I²C, SPI, CAN, Modbus RTU, TCP/IP, analog, GPIO, etc.
• Design, build, and maintain web-based real-time GUI consoles and dashboards for visualization and control
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to incorporate custom, in-house designed electronics to accomplish previously unsolved tasks
• Collaborate with biologists to understand key physical and physiological system dynamics
• Create and manage virtual and physical test bed infrastructure
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in relevant technologies
• 4+ years of experience building, debugging, and shipping embedded Linux systems
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Expert in C and/or C++ programming
• Understanding of low-level operating system concepts
• Experience debugging complex issues across integrated software and hardware
• Skilled in maximally utilizing the latest AI developments to enhance progress

Preferred qualifications:

• Expert in Rust programming
• Familiarity with Linux build systems such as Yocto or Buildroot
• Prior experience modifying or contributing to Linux kernel drivers or modules
• Experience with networking and distributed systems
• Familiarity with web development
• Familiarity with frontend UI/UX design

Science is required under California law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. We determine your level based on your interview performance and make an offer based on the indicated salary band. The base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000 – $200,000 annually + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by several factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please keep in mind that the equity portion of the offer is not included in these numbers.

At Science, our benefits are in place to support the whole you:

• Competitive salary and equity
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Flexible vacation and company-paid holidays
• Healthy meals and snacks provided for non-remote employees
• Paid parental, jury duty, bereavement, family care and medical leave
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, subsidized by Science
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)

Science Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work.

We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities. Science will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.