We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Linux Embedded Software Engineer to join the team responsible for bringing up next generation BCIs/wearables. The primary responsibility for this role involves developing and optimizing system-level software that runs efficiently on embedded Linux environments. Our ideal candidate is passionate about creating robust, high-performance code that operates on wearable processors (e.g. Qualcomm SoCs), ensuring both efficiency and reliability.

Role responsibilities:

• Architect, develop, and maintain high quality system-level software for embedded Linux systems
• Optimize code to ensure it runs effectively on lower-power hardware
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to design and implement software solutions
• Debug and troubleshoot issues in the software and the embedded system
• Documentation of projects (architecture, technical specifications, user guides, etc.)
• Collaborate with validation teams to develop test strategies and test plans
• Collaborate with hardware engineers, application developers, and patients on key system requirements
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in embedded compute technologies
• Recommend and implement enhancements to our software and tools to ensure that our archive remains cutting-edge and highly functional

Key qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience building, debugging, and shipping embedded systems using Linux
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience in developing software for embedded Linux environments
• Expert in C and/or C++ programming
• Understanding of low-level programming concepts and system optimization techniques
• Familiar with SoC level software development
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Comfortable with debugging hardware issues
• Experience writing and understanding technical specifications

Preferred qualifications: 

• Familiarity with linux OS build systems such as Yocto or Buildroot
• Experience with firmware, uboot, UEFI, ACPI, or other bootloaders
• Prior experience modifying or contributing to Linux kernel drivers
• Familiarity with Qualcomm or NXP I.MX systems
• Experience programming for hardware co-processors such as GPUs or DSPs
• Prior work on media-streaming software backends
• Experience with network programming and packet loss mitigation

Salary/Pay Range:

For individuals hired to work in California, Science is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. We determine your level based on your interview performance and make an offer based on geo-located salary bands.The base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000 – $200,000 + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by several factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please keep in mind that the equity portion of the offer is not included in these numbers.

Benefits:

At Science, our benefits are in place to support the whole you:

• Competitive salary and equity
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Flexible vacation and company-paid holidays
• Healthy meals and snacks provided onsite
• Paid parental, jury duty, bereavement, family care and medical leave
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, subsidized by Science
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)