Wireless Embedded Software Engineer - Multiple Levels

RADAR; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

RADAR is seeking a Senior Wireless Embedded Software Engineer to join its innovative team. In this role, you will focus on designing and implementing software for a network of embedded systems, requiring proficiency in C/C++ and Python. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits within a collaborative, mission-driven environment where you can make impactful contributions.

Benefits

Equity

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Life and disability benefits

401k plan

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Strong understanding of real-time operating systems.
• Experience with Phy or MAC Layer software in a wireless ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement software for embedded and systems software.
• Create automation test cases for a networked cluster of embedded systems.
• Collaborate with team members in the engineering process.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Wireless communication systems

Networking

Computer architecture

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Yocto

Boost.ASIO

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About Us

Be part of an exciting, well-funded startup changing the world of retail and beyond. RADAR’s mission is to revolutionize customer experience in retail through precise identification of inventory in the stores and distribution centers, completely transforming the in-store experience for employees and customers alike. RADAR's proprietary hardware and software platform combines RFID, Computer Vision and AI to provide hyper-precise, real-time location of every product and person in physical stores. This unprecedented capability enables some of the world’s top retailers to automate in-store inventory management, analytics, and checkout...and this is just the beginning of what we hope to accomplish together.

About Us

Be part of an exciting, well-funded startup changing the world of retail and beyond. RADAR’s mission is to revolutionize customer experience in retail through precise identification of inventory in the stores and distribution centers, completely transforming the in-store experience for employees and customers alike. RADAR's proprietary hardware and software platform combines RFID, Computer Vision and AI to provide hyper-precise, real-time location of every product and person in physical stores. This unprecedented capability enables some of the world’s top retailers to automate in-store inventory management, analytics, and checkout...and this is just the beginning of what we hope to accomplish together.

About The Job

We are currently seeking Wireless Embedded Software Engineers to join our team. This position primarily focuses on software engineering; encompassing design, implementation, and the creation of automation test cases for embedded and systems software. Our product involves a networked cluster of embedded systems providing compute resources, wireless communication, and wired networking on a custom hardware platform. The ideal candidate should have previous experience or an academic background in wireless communication systems, networking, computer architecture, and hardware devices; along with a strong understanding of Real-time Operating Systems and proficient coding skills in C/C++ and Python.

Required

ABOUT YOU

• You have a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• You have 3+ years of experience in software engineering.
• You are proficient in C, C++ and Python.
• You have a strong understanding of real-time operating systems, computer architecture, networking, and wireless communication systems.
• You have in-depth expertise with building platforms for system software.
• You have expertise with Phy or MAC Layer software in a wireless ecosystem
• You have the experience working on both hard real time as well as Linux platforms and Linux Operating Systems.
• You have in depth experience of real time operating systems and understand inter process communications, memory management and low level routines well.
• You are able to contribute to planning future generations of the product.
• You are able to collaborate with team members of other engineering disciplines in all phases of the engineering process including analysis, design, implementation and test.
  
  

Preferred

• You have experience in at least one wireless technology; RFID, Wifi, LTE, or BLE.
• You have experience in RF frontend configuration and control.
• You have experience in Boost.ASIO.
• You are familiar with Yocto and able to showcase experience in utilizing this to build systems.
• You have hands-on experience in projects related to wireless controllers/gateways.
  
  

At RADAR, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The expected base salary range for this position is USD $100,000.00 - $200,000.00. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience and relevant education or training.You will also be eligible to receive other benefits including: equity, comprehensive medical and dental coverage, life and disability benefits, 401k plan, flexible time off, and paid parental leave. The pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

Research has shown that women & underrepresented minorities are more likely to read lists of requirements and consider themselves unqualified if they don't meet every single one. This list represents what we're ideally looking for, but everyone has unique strengths & weaknesses, and we hire for strength & potential, not lack of weakness.

Use of artificial intelligence or a LLM such as ChatGPT during the interview process will be grounds for rejection of your application process.

CULTURE SNAPSHOT

Mission-Driven: We're transforming retail with cutting-edge technology and building something that truly matters.

Collaborative Team: We thrive on curiosity, shared goals, and solving complex problems together.

High Impact: You’ll make meaningful contributions from day one and help shape the future of our product and company.

Clear Communication: We value honesty, humility, and respectful dialogue—everyone’s voice matters.

Balanced Lives: We work hard, but not at the expense of well-being. We respect time, boundaries, and life outside of work.

Diverse Perspectives: We believe better ideas come from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints.

Empathy-Driven Design: We build with deep respect for our end users, listening closely to their feedback and needs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Wireless Services

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