Software Engineer: OpenWRT

Tensor Auto; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity incentives

Benefits program

Professional growth

Job summary

Tensor, an American Physical AI company, is seeking talented software engineers to join our compute platform team in San Jose. You will work on in-vehicle router products built on OpenWRT, customizing the system and developing 4G/5G communication modules, contributing to a cutting-edge automotive AI platform.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and 2+ years in embedded/Linux environments, with strong C/C++ skills and English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience in embedded/Linux.
• Proficient in C/C++ with strong coding style.
• Experience with OpenWRT development environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, debug, and upgrade in-vehicle router products based on the OpenWRT system.
• Customize OpenWRT open-source system and software development.
• Develop and adapt 4G/5G communication modules.

Skills

C/C++

Linux

Embedded systems

OpenWRT

English reading/communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Tensor is an American Physical AI company dedicated to building agentic products that empower people. Our flagship product, the Tensor Robocar, is the world’s first personal Robocar and the first AI agentic vehicle — fully autonomous, automotive-grade, and built for private ownership at scale. Founded in 2016 in Silicon Valley, Tensor is headquartered in San Jose, California, with offices in Barcelona, Singapore, and Dubai. At Tensor, we champion personal AI autonomy and ownership. Our vision is to build a future where everyone owns their own Artificial General Intelligence — a personal AGI that enables more time, freedom, and autonomy. We’re forging an alternative path where AGI serves only you, and is controlled solely by you.

We provide a competitive compensation package, opportunities for professional growth, participation in a discretionary equity incentive plan, and access to a comprehensive company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Join us to shape the future! Work with brilliant minds on technology transforming automotive industry and make a lasting impact.

We’re seeking talented and motivated software engineers to join our compute platform team.

Locations

• San Jose, California, US (Salary Range: $75k—$300k USD)
• Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
• Singapore
• Dubai, UAE

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development, debugging, and upgrading of in-vehicle router products based on the OpenWRT system.
• Customize OpenWRT open-source system and software develop.
• Develop and adapt 4G/5G communication modules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science or related fields, with over two years of relevant work experience in the same industry and position.
• Familiar with the Linux platform and have experience in embedded system development.
• Proficient in C/C++, with good coding style and independent programming capabilities.
• Familiar with the OpenWRT development environment and capable of trimming and customizing the OpenWRT system.
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• Good technical learning ability and English reading and communication skills.

Preferences

• Strong architecture and design capabilities.

We appreciate your interest in joining Tensor. Tensor is an equal employment opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace for all. We do not discriminate against, and strictly prohibit harassment of, any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Tensor also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. Tensor is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.