Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Motorola Solutions; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work models

Paid time off

Paid parental and family leave

Health care benefits

Global wellness resources

Employee assistance programs

Rotation programs

Mentor relationships

Learning and development opportunities

Retirement benefits

Employee bonuses

Stock grants & employee stock purchase

Job summary

Silvus is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join the Engineering Group in Irvine. The role covers device drivers, networking services, encryption, and security features for MANET radios and related research projects.

You will implement the MAC layer, routing protocols, and network management interfaces, while ensuring compliance with security standards. Strong C and Linux kernel experience are essential, with ARMy/ RISC-V BSP work and Linux scripting a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer or Communications Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant engineering field.
• Expertise in C programming and Linux kernel drive development.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Implement software portions of MAC and mobile ad-hoc networking protocols.
• Develop network management software and web interfaces.
• Implement security protocols and encryption algorithms (e.g., IPsec).
• Develop audio streaming and push-to-talk applications.
• Analyze and improve product security and robustness per regulatory standards (NIST FIPS 140-3, NIAP).
• Develop and test device drivers and board support packages for ARM and RISC-V systems.
• Customize Linux systems and scripting for deployment.

Skills

C programming

Linux kernel driver development

Socket programming

IPsec / network security

MAC & network layer understanding

Embedded systems development

Regulatory compliance (NIST FIPS 140-3

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Computer or Communications Engineering / Computer Science

Master of Science degree in Electrical, Computer, or Communications Engineering / Computer Science

Job description

• Silvus is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our Engineering Group, reporting to the Senior Engineering Director for Irvine with dotted-line reporting to the Director of Software Engineering. The successful individual in this role will participate in the development of Silvus’ MANET radios and advanced research projects
• This is an opportunity to work on all aspects of the system including device drivers, networking functions and services, encryption, and security features
• The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion
• Implementation of software portion of MAC (Medium Access Control) and mobile ad-hoc networking routing protocols
• Network management software and web interface implementation
• Implementation of different security protocols and encryption algorithms
• Audio streaming and push to talk voice application implementation
• Analyze and improve product security and robustness to meet certain regulatory requirements such as NIST FIPS 140-3 and NIAP Common Criteria
• Implementation of testing software for product performance and reliability testing
• Device drivers and board support package development and maintenance for both ARM and RISC-V based systems
• Linux system customization and scripting
• Perform other related duties of which the above are representative
• WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Office environment
• Trade shows
• Outdoor environment for demonstrations
• Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
• Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing
• Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves
• Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. when receiving incoming part shipments
• Walking/Moving in the labs

Benefits

• Flexible work models
• Paid time off
• Paid parental and family leave
• Health care benefits
• Global wellness resources
• Employee assistance programs
• Rotation programs
• Mentor relationships
• Learning and development opportunities
• Retirement benefits
• Employee bonuses
• Stock grants & employee stock purchase plans

Minimum 5 years of relevant embedded system software development experience; 3 years of relevant embedded system software development experience with an advanced STEM degreeAll employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug testBachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer or Communications Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant engineering fieldExpertise in C programming and experience in Linux kernel drive developmentMust be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contractsMaster of Science degree in Electrical, Computer, or Communications Engineering, or Computer ScienceKnowledge and experience of different security protocols and encryption algorithms such as the CNSA (Commercial National Security Algorithm) suiteDemonstrated experience with socket programming and various Internet/Ethernet protocolsUnderstanding of MAC and Networking layer of a communication systemLinux Interrupt Service Routine developmentDeep understanding of Internet Protocol Security (IPsec), network protocols, data authentication and encryptionExperience in AMD UltraScale+, MPSoC, Microchip Polarfire SoC, or BSP (Board Support Package) development