Software Engineer – Embedded Systems and High-Performance Computing

Primordial Labs; New Haven (CT); Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to revolutionizing human-machine interaction through innovative technology. As a Software Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in transforming cutting-edge ideas into production-grade software for autonomous systems. This role offers the opportunity to tackle performance-critical challenges in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, all while enjoying a remote work setup. With a strong emphasis on developer experience, the company minimizes distractions and maximizes productivity, ensuring you can focus on what you do best. If you're passionate about robotics and embedded systems, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

Equity

Flexible Work Hours

Minimal Meetings

Developer Tools Provided

Qualifications

• Expertise in C++ and Python required for software development.
• Experience with embedded systems and real-time applications is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with R&D to transform concepts into high-performance production code.
• Develop and optimize software for robotics and embedded platforms.

Skills

C++

Python

Embedded Systems

Real-time Applications

Robotics

Performance Optimization

Data Structures

Algorithms

System-level Programming

Tools

ROS

DDS

RTOS

Job description

What We Do

Primordial Labs is building Anura, the next-generation human-machine interface. Anura allows operators to command, control, and collaborate with uncrewed systems through natural language, just like they would with a human teammate. Our mission is to make it easier for warfighters to harness the power of autonomous systems on the battlefield.

Job Description

(Please Note: This is a 100% remote position that requires residence in the United States. Candidates must also be eligible to obtain a DoD security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.)

We are seeking a talented Software Engineer with expertise in embedded systems, robotics, and high-performance computing to join our team. In this role, you will transform innovative ideas and research into production-grade, real-time software for autonomous platforms. You will tackle challenging, performance-critical problems in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

As a company co-founded and led by engineers, we prioritize developer experience. We minimize distractions (read: meetings) and provide tools to maximize productivity. We are also committed to offering competitive total compensation, including equity.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the R&D team to transform innovative concepts and prototypes into robust, high-performance production code.
• Develop and optimize software for real-time systems, robotics, and embedded platforms.
• Conduct performance analysis and apply low-level optimizations for efficiency, portability, and scalability across diverse compute architectures.
• Integrate software with robotic systems, sensors, and other hardware.
• Maintain a strong focus on code quality, testing, and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Expertise in C++ and Python
• Experience with embedded systems and real-time applications (Background in performance-critical systems or robotics is highly desirable)
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system-level programming concepts (e.g., threading, synchronization, and memory management).
• Demonstrated expertise in debugging, profiling, and optimizing complex software systems
• Experience with robotics frameworks (e.g., ROS, DDS) or real-time operating systems (RTOS) is desireable.

Application Process

We have a two-stage interview process:

1. Screener Interview: A 30-minute discussion about relevant engineering concepts and your past experience.
2. Offline Coding Test: We provide an at-your-own-pace test focused on algorithm and system design. After completion, you'll present your solution in a follow-up call. This allows us to understand your thought processes and technical approach.
   

We are committed to a low-stress interview experience—no trick questions or brain teasers!