Sr Software Engineer, Embedded

Nrg Bluewater Wind; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 161,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Flexible spending accounts

Bonus potential

Job summary

Vivint Smart Home is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and deliver application‑level software for embedded Linux devices in a smart home ecosystem. You will integrate devices over wireless protocols and build compelling user experiences.

You will work with hardware, software, and QA teams to solve complex problems, write high‑quality code, and adopt new skills in a fast‑paced environment. Hybrid schedule based in Seattle, WA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience developing front-end software on embedded Linux platforms.
• Proficiency with modern C++ and QT/QML frameworks.
• Experience with Python or Rust and web/mobile UI development.
• Understanding of HTTP, MQTT, JSON, protobufs, and OO design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, deliver, and maintain application‑level software on embedded Linux devices.
• Integrate smart home devices over wireless protocols into the Vivint ecosystem.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and QA teams to build robust user experiences.

Skills

Modern C++

QT/QML

UI on web/mobile

Python

Rust

HTTP/MQTT/JSON/protobufs

OO design patterns

Linux debugging

BS in CS/CE

5+ years experience

Education

BS in Computer Engineering or CS

Tools

Linux

QT/QML

Job description

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Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future.

Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home company in the United States, dedicated to redefining the home experience with intelligent products and services. We find purpose in proactively protecting and keeping our customers connected to home, no matter where they are. Join the Smart Home team to create smarter, safer and more sustainable homes.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Who Are We:

Vivint Smart Home is the leading provider of smart home services in North America. Vivint delivers an integrated smart home system with in-home consultation, professional installation and support delivered by its Smart Home Pros, as well as 24-7 customer care and monitoring.

Dedicated to redefining the home experience with intelligent products and services, Vivint serves more than two million customers throughout the U.S.

Job Functions:

Position requires in-office presence in Seattle, WA on a hybrid schedule for Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with a work from home day on Friday. The position will start remote and then will move into the hybrid schedule.

The Role:

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

What you will be working on:

You will be working on the design, implementation, delivery, and maintenance of application-level software running on new embedded Linux based smart home devices. This software will be responsible for integrating smart home devices over various wireless protocols into the Vivint ecosystem and using them to build compelling user experiences.

In this role you will be expected to solve problems, collaborate in a team setting, and complete complex software development tasks. You will be expected to communicate effectively and write high quality code, while also learning new skills and technologies.

Who you will work with:

You will be working with a team of software, hardware, and quality engineers who are passionate about building great products and unique experiences for our customers. You will also work closely with product leadership to identify and design solutions for pain points within our business and our customer base.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for a software engineer who has experience developing front-end software on embedded Linux platforms. The following skills are required:

• Proficiency with modern C++
• Experience with QT/QML framework for building User Interfaces
• Experience building user interfaces on web or mobile platforms is also beneficial
• Experience with other languages including Python or Rust
• Understanding of common web/IoT protocols including HTTP, MQTT, JSON, protobufs, etc
• Understanding of object oriented software design patterns
• Experience with compiling, unit testing and debugging in a Linux environment
• BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or closely related field
• At least 5 years of professional software development experience

One or more of the following skills is highly desirable:

• Experience leveraging generative AI tools to design, build, debug, and review production quality software (i.e. Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, etc)
• Experience with wireless protocols such as WiFi, BLE, Zigbee, or Z-Wave

The base salary range for this position is:$160,700 to $206,600*. *The base salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition the position may be eligible to participate in the benefits program which include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending accounts.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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