Sr. Embedded Software Engineer - C/C++

Motorola Solutions; Colorado; On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with Company Match

10 Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off Packages

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental & Family Leave

Job summary

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join the Embedded Software Team, focused on body-worn camera systems and Linux driver development. You will work in an Agile environment to develop embedded applications in C++, kernel-space code, and collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality firmware.

The role requires strong RTOS/RTS experience, extensive C/C++ expertise, and familiarity with Yocto/Build-Root; travel is under 10%.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• At least 10+ years of experience with C/C++ Embedded Software Development.
• Strong understanding of real time systems.
• Experience with ARM/Linux, Networking, Bluetooth
• Experience with git and Gerrit
• Familiarity with modern C++ (14/17).
• Knowledge/experience with the Yocto project or Build-Root or Linux from scratch.
• Knowledge/experience with other *NIX OS distro building
• Experience with board bring- up of embedded systems with Linux.
• Experience working with Linux drivers and bootloaders.
• Experience with Linux Kernel development - write, port, debugging kernel drivers
• Knowledge of video encoding and streaming.
• Experience developing software using common Linux software library/package/services (for example: Blue-Z, D-Bus, Network Manager)

Responsibilities

• Develop code, author and refine stories in an Agile embedded development environment.
• Embedded software development of applications in C++.
• Embedded software development in kernel space, maintain/update Linux drivers.
• Demonstrate good teamwork, supporting other departments and collaborating with other design and development teams.

Skills

C/C++ Embedded

Real-time systems

ARM/Linux

Networking

Bluetooth

Git & Gerrit

Yocto/Build-Root

Linux drivers

Linux kernel dev

Video encoding

Education

BS/MS in CS/Engineering

Tools

Git

Gerrit

Linux

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

The Embedded Software Team (EST) at Motorola Solutions Inc delivers firmware for embedded devices such as in-car video systems and body-worn cameras. Working in close collaboration with other departments, engineers in this team excel at developing applications and drivers under Linux, and have a variety of backgrounds and specializations. The team uses modern C++ to develop highly reusable code, and utilizes state-of-the-art systems and tools throughout the development life cycle.

Job Description

Evidence Devices, a division of Motorola Solutions, Inc. is looking for an exceptional Senior Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for innovation, technology, and quality. You will be part of the agile Embedded Team working on the latest Body Worn Camera systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop code, author and refine stories in an Agile embedded development environment.
• Embedded software development of applications in C++.
• Embedded software development in kernel space, maintain/update Linux drivers.
• Demonstrate good teamwork, supporting other departments and collaborating with other design and development teams.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• At least 10+ years of experience with C/C++ Embedded Software Development.
• Strong understanding of real time systems.
• Experience with ARM/Linux, Networking, Bluetooth
• Experience with git and Gerrit
• Familiarity with modern C++ (14/17).
• Knowledge/experience with the Yocto project or Build-Root or Linux from scratch.
• Knowledge/experience with other *NIX OS distro building
• Experience with board bring- up of embedded systems with Linux.
• Experience working with Linux drivers and bootloaders.
• Experience with Linux Kernel development - write, port, debugging kernel drivers
• Knowledge of video encoding and streaming.
• Experience developing software using common Linux software library/package/services (for example: Blue-Z, D-Bus, Network Manager)

Basic Requirements

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• At least 10+ years of experience with C/C++ Embedded Software Development.

Travel Requirements

• Under 10%

Relocation

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Salary

Target Base Salary Range: $140,000 - $175,000 USD.

Application Deadline

We will be accepting applications between 8/21/26 and 11/21/26

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

Company Culture

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.

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