Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

About Inspiren 

Inspiren was created to help operators forge thriving senior living communities.

We use a simple, streamlined platform that protects resident privacy, to optimize community operations at every step. Our technology puts residents first, capturing insights on everything from revenue leakage to staff utilization, while providing an extra layer of oversight, as an extension of your care team.

We know that balancing operations takes time and effort, not to mention careful coordination of many parts – that’s why we offer seamless solutions to guide stronger care decisions. Because while you can’t control any specific event, we believe that data can power communities to live and work better.

Keeping your residents healthy and your staff productive is easy with Inspiren.

Smarter care, on every wall. One room at a time. 

About the Role

In this role as a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer focusing on Linux, you'll play a pivotal part in the early stages of product development, taking charge of Linux device setup using prototypes from our global manufacturing partner. You'll have the chance to steer important technical decisions and collaborate with a team dedicated to creating robust and efficient systems, all while growing your skill set in a hands-on and dynamic environment.

What You'll Do

• Evaluate emerging technologies to enhance system capabilities and develop technical specifications for various system components. Guide the overall system design journey from prototype stage through to full production.
• Develop and sustain firmware for embedded Linux systems, ensuring robust performance. Establish testing frameworks to validate system functionality. Work in tandem with cross-functional teams to determine precise firmware requirements.
• Design and implement integration procedures for newly introduced hardware components. Conduct compatibility tests to ensure smooth integration and troubleshoot any issues that arise. Keep hardware documentation current to support both system users and developers.
• Analyze power consumption patterns in embedded systems and refine system architectures to significantly reduce power usage. Establish power performance benchmarks and precise goals to ensure optimal low power operation.
• Enhance software performance to operate on cost-effective hardware and apply code optimization strategies for system cost-efficiency. Examine manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for cost reductions.

About You

• Educational Background:  Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience: 5+ years with embedded Linux system development and 3+ years with firmware development
• Technical Expertise: 
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded Linux systems
  • Hands-on experience in configuring and managing Linux-based devices
  • Expertise in power management techniques for embedded systems
  • Ability to design and implement firmware testing frameworks
  • Knowledge of embedded systems architecture and optimization strategies
  • Understanding of device driver development and maintenance
  • Proficiency with embedded systems tools such as debuggers and oscilloscopes
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical decision-making processes
  • Previous experience with system design from prototype to full production
  • Experience in optimizing embedded systems for cost and power consumption
  • History of effective collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapting to changing priorities.
• Start-up experience is a plus.

Additional Qualifications:

• • Willingness and ability to travel to Asia to collaborate with our partners. Travel will be roughly once a quarter for a week long trip.  

Details 

• The annual salary range for this role is $160,000-$180,000+ equity + benefits (including medical, dental, and vision) 
• Flexible PTO
• Location: Remote, US
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Inspiren does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.