Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Drones From Scratch; Tennessee; Remote; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Drones From Scratch is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to work on unmanned systems projects with clients across startups and defense. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python, a degree in a relevant field, and experience with embedded Linux. This position offers flexible work arrangements, either remote or in Knoxville, TN, and is contract-based.

Qualifications

• Significant demonstrated experience in C, C++ and Python with sample code available.
• Some knowledge of embedded Linux (Debian) is required.
• Experience with media pipelines (Gstreamer, FFMpeg) and basic electronics is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Work on embedded systems for unmanned systems projects with startups and government clients.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, and mechanical engineers to create full prototypes.
• Participate in design, development, and optimization of embedded systems.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Embedded Linux

Drone knowledge

Quick learner

Education

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related degree

MS or PhD preferred

Tools

PX4

ArduPilot

STM32

Gstreamer

FFMpeg

Job description

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Unmanned Systems Expert Hardware/Software. Open to Work!

Drones From Scratch (DFS) is seeking an embedded software engineer to help work on some of the most challenging and exciting problems facing our clients! You’ll work with successful and well-funded startups, government clients and established defense contractors on embedded systems related to unmanned systems.

At DFS, we leverage our reputation and experience in the field to consult with top-tier companies who need specialized expertise in the unmanned systems space. We specialize in providing full system prototypes which may include mechanical design, printed circuit board design and software engineering. You’ll work with a talented team of electrical engineers, software engineers and mechanical engineers.

Requirements

BS degree in computer science, computer engineering electrical engineering or related degree. MS or PhD preferred.

Significant demonstrated experience in C, C++ and Python with sample code available

Some knowledge of embedded Linux (Debian)

Drone experience or a strong desire to learn

Fast learner, self-starter

Desired Skills

PX4 or ArduPilot experience

STM32 experience

Low-level embedded Linux (systemd, device tree configuration, pinmux, driver development)

Familiarity with open-source toolsets for machine learning, AI, object detection and/or pixel-tracking.

Understanding of basic electronics and how to read a schematic

Experience with media pipelines such as Gstreamer or FFMpeg

Experience with embedded Linux systems such as Nvidia, Rasbperry Pi, NXP iMX, etc.

Location

Remote or Knoxville, TN. Job will require access to hardware, but generally this can be shipped to remote contractors.

This is a 1099/contractor position, and can be full-time or part-time based on the situation.

To discuss, please send a cover letter and resume to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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