Senior Embedded Engineer

Metropolis Technologies; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Stock option plan

Bonus plans

Job summary

A leading AI company in Seattle seeks a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to manage the software lifecycle for field-deployed hardware. This role involves developing software for their Computer Vision systems and working closely with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have 4+ years in Embedded Linux development and proficiency in C/C++ or Rust. The position offers a competitive salary range of $145,000 to $195,000 and promotes a collaborative work environment focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Embedded Linux development.
• Strong proficiency in C, C++ or Rust for production code.
• Deep knowledge of Operating System fundamentals for Zephyr and Linux Embedded Systems.
• Familiarity with secure boot processes and crypto elements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize a custom Yocto-based Linux distribution.
• Create and manage BitBake recipes and layers.
• Develop and debug drivers and middleware for Wi-Fi and LoRaWAN.
• Design and implement automated test frameworks using Python.
• Implement secure over-the-air update mechanisms.

Skills

Embedded Linux development

C/C++ or Rust programming

Python for tooling and testing

Operating System fundamentals (Zephyr/Linux)

Yocto Project/OpenEmbedded

LoRaWAN architecture knowledge

Linux networking stack familiarity

Hardware testing integration in CI pipelines

Tools

Yocto Project

Python

BitBake

Jenkins

GitLab CI

GitHub Actions

Job description

Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout‑free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining parking to enable millions of consumers to just "drive in and drive out." We envision a future where people transact in the real world with a speed, ease and convenience that is unparalleled, even online. Tomorrow, we will power checkout‑free experiences anywhere you go to make the everyday experiences of living, working and playing remarkable – giving us back our most valuable asset, time.

Who you are: Metropolis is seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to own the software lifecycle of our field‑deployed hardware. You will be responsible for the OS layer, driver integration, and the connectivity stack that keeps our country‑wide network running. Working closely with Hardware Engineering, Machine Learning, and Operations teams, you will develop the software that supports our Computer Vision systems, embedded computers, IoT sensors, and automated access controls. If you are ready to build the systems that power the Recognition Platform and define the future of the built world, we want to hear from you.

What you'll do

• Maintain and optimize our custom Yocto‑based Linux distribution
• Create and manage BitBake recipes, layers, and device tree overlays for new custom hardware
• Develop and debug drivers and middleware for Wi‑Fi and LoRaWAN to ensure robust communication in noisy RF environments
• Design and implement automated test frameworks using Python and Pytest for Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) testing
• Write and modify kernel drivers for peripherals and debug difficult kernel panics or race conditions
• Implement secure over‑the‑air update mechanisms to ensure our fleet remains up to date and secure against threats

What we're looking for

• 4+ years of experience in Embedded Linux development
• Strong proficiency in C, C++ or Rust for production code and Python for tooling and testing
• Deep knowledge of Operating System fundamentals for Zephyr and Linux Embedded Systems
• Deep understanding of the Yocto Project and OpenEmbedded ecosystem; you should be comfortable building a distro from scratch
• Deep knowledge of LoRaWAN architecture, including Nodes, Gateways and Network Servers
• Strong familiarity with the Linux networking stack and Wi‑Fi debugging tools
• Experience integrating hardware testing into CI pipelines such as Jenkins, GitLab CI or GitHub Actions

While not required, these are a plus

• Experience with FreeRTOS or other real‑time OSes
• Knowledge of secure boot processes (Digital Signing, TrustZone) and crypto elements (TPM/ATECC)
• Experience bringing up custom boards based on NXP i.MX, Mediatek, Qualcomm, or STM32MP processors

When you join Metropolis, you’ll join a team of world‑class product leaders and engineers, building an ecosystem of technologies at the intersection of parking, mobility, and real estate. Our goal is to build an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and the best idea wins. You will play a key role in building and maintaining this culture as our organization grows. The anticipated base salary for this position is $145,000.00 USD to $195,000.00 USD annually. The actual base salary offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Base salary is one component of Metropolis’s total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more.

Metropolis values in‑person collaboration to drive innovation, strengthen culture, and enhance the Member experience. Our corporate team members hold to our office‑first model, which requires employees to be on‑site at least four days a week, fostering organic interactions that spark creativity and connection.

Metropolis may utilize an automated employment decision tool (AEDT) to assess or evaluate your candidacy for employment or promotion. AEDTs are used to assist in assessing a candidate’s application relative to the required job qualifications and responsibilities listed in the job posting. As part of this process, Metropolis retains data relevant to your candidacy, including personal information, for a period that is reasonably necessary for the use of the tool. If you are hired for the position, your data may become part of your employee records.

Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology.
Industries: Consumer Services and Facilities Services.