Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Symbotic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 138,075 - 204,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain Linux-based systems for our Symbotic robotics projects. You will own features, work with Yocto/OpenEmbedded, ROS, and NVIDIA Jetson/Orin BSPs, and contribute to kernel drivers and Ethernet networking.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in Linux system development, strong open-source build experience, and proven problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years’ professional experience in Linux system development and software engineering.
• Strong proficiency in open source embedded build systems.
• Experience in NVIDIA platform development and customization is desirable.
• In‑depth understanding of Ethernet networking protocols and technologies.
• Proficiency in kernel‑level programming and driver development.
• Familiarity with ROS (Robot Operating System) and its integration. Strong problem‑solving and ability to troubleshoot complex issues on urgent timelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to accommodate 10% travel to support operational sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software systems for Symbotic robots.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define system requirements and architecture.
• Design and implement builds for embedded Linux. Work with embedded real‑time operating systems and microcontrollers.
• Design and implement Ethernet networking solutions, including protocols, drivers, and performance optimization.
• Develop and maintain kernel drivers for custom hardware and device integration. Optimize and customize file systems for application specific requirements.
• Conduct code reviews, perform debugging and troubleshooting, and ensure code quality and best practices are followed.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to Linux and embedded systems. Maintain documentation for installation and troubleshooting procedures. Monitor system performance and identify optimization opportunities.

Skills

Linux development

Embedded systems

ROS integration

Kernel driver development

Networking protocols

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE

Tools

Yocto/OpenEmbedded

NVIDIA Jetson/Orin BSPs

VxWorks

Job description

What we need

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining Linux-based systems and software for our cutting‑edge projects. You will work with a team of engineers and be responsible for feature ownership, providing technical expertise in areas such as Yocto, OpenEmbedded, ROS, NVIDIA Jetson and Orin BSPs, VxWorks, Linux ethernet networking, and kernel drivers. We are looking for a person who thrives in a creative, collaborative, and agile development environment.

What you’ll do

• Lead and participate in the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software systems for Symbotic robots.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define system requirements and architecture.
• Design and implement builds for embedded Linux. Work with embedded real‑time operating systems and microcontrollers.
• Design and implement Ethernet networking solutions, including protocols, drivers, and performance optimization.
• Develop and maintain kernel drivers for custom hardware and device integration. Optimize and customize file systems for application specific requirements.
• Conduct code reviews, perform debugging and troubleshooting, and ensure code quality and best practices are followed.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to Linux and embedded systems. Maintain documentation for installation and troubleshooting procedures. Monitor system performance and identify optimization opportunities.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years’ professional experience in Linux system development and software engineering.
• Strong proficiency in open source embedded build systems.
• Experience in NVIDIA platform development and customization is desirable.
• In‑depth understanding of Ethernet networking protocols and technologies.
• Proficiency in kernel‑level programming and driver development.
• Familiarity with ROS (Robot Operating System) and its integration. Strong problem‑solving and ability to troubleshoot complex issues on urgent timelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to accommodate 10% travel to support operational sites.

Nice to Have

• Wireless firmware development experience
• FPGA (Verilog) development experience

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.

Benefits and Compensation

The base range for this position in the posted location is $138,075.00 - $204,600.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.