Senior Embedded System Engineer

5V Tech | Certified B Corp™

Tysons (VA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Plan

Stock Options

Job summary

A pioneering deep-tech startup in Tysons is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to build and optimize high-performance systems. You will use COTS components to develop solutions that push the limits of RF communications. The ideal candidate has solid RF knowledge and experience with embedded systems like Raspberry Pi. This is a unique opportunity to join a startup with significant revenue potential and be part of groundbreaking technology development.

Qualifications

Solid RF knowledge to test and interpret performance data.
Experience in embedded systems, preferably with Raspberry Pi.
Proficient in soldering and hardware integration.

Responsibilities

Build and optimise embedded systems using COTS hardware.
Develop Python-based monitoring and control systems.
Conduct RF performance testing using lab and field equipment.
Prototype and modify hardware including soldering and 3D printing.
Work with teams to deliver solutions iteratively.
Participate in field testing and demonstrations for clients.

Skills

RF knowledge

Embedded systems experience

Hands-on prototyping skills

Problem-solving mindset

Adaptability to startup culture

Tools

Raspberry Pi

Python

CNC machining

Job description

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Salary: Competitive based on experience + Healthcare Plan + Stock Options (Once in a lifetime chance)

The Company:

This is a pioneering deep-tech startup that has achieved something no one else has managed in the field of wireless communications, enabling reliable, low-latency data transfer through environments previously thought to be impossible.

You’ll be joining at a pivotal moment, working on world-first applications, solving challenging problems, and directly influencing the company's future direction.

Their proprietary technology has drawn the attention of top-tier defence, industrial, and research organisations worldwide. With multiple granted patents and dozens more pending, their solutions are already proving mission-critical in industries ranging from defence and energy to exploration and emergency response.

The Role:

We’re looking for a hands-on, inventive, Embedded Systems Engineerwho thrives in a fast-changing startup environment, who is looking for an opportunity to use all of their knowledge to create a true state-of-the-art, never seen-before technology.

You’ll take off-the-shelf components (think Raspberry Pi, COTS PCBs) and turn them into high-performance systems capable of pushing the limits of RF communications.

This is a very unique opportunity where you’ll prototype, solder, test, and sometimes hop on a plane to test your work in some of the world’s most extreme and fascinating environments.

What You'll Do:

• Build and optimise embedded systems using COTS hardware (e.g., Raspberry Pi).

• Develop, adapt, and integrate Python-based monitoring and control systems.

• Conduct RF performance testing (bit rate, error rate, SNR) using lab and field equipment.

• Prototype and modify hardware - from soldering to 3D printing to CNC machining.

• Work with engineering and operations teams to deliver solutions quickly and iteratively.

• Participate in occasional field testing and demonstrations for clients and partners

Your Background:

• Solid RF knowledge - enough to test, measure, and interpret performance data.

• Embedded systems experience, ideally with Raspberry Pi or similar platforms.

• Hands-on prototyping skills (soldering, hardware integration).

• Problem-solving mindset - proactive, resourceful, and not afraid to challenge ideas.

• Comfort with startup culture - adaptable, resilient, and able to work in a dynamic environment.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join a patented start-up with $M's of revenue already projected who are just getting started! If you're passionate about wireless communications and embedded systems, then we need to have a conversation!

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