Full-Time

Firmware Engineer

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Rhombus

Rhombus

201-500 employees

Provides cloud-based physical security solutions

Hardware
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$130k - $160kAnnually

+ Sales Incentives + Discretionary Bonuses + Equity

Mid, Senior

Sacramento, CA, USA

Onsite position in Sacramento, CA; candidates must commute to the office 5 days a week.

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Have 4+ years professional experience programming in C or C++
  • Expert in C/C++ for embedded systems in a Linux environment
  • Strong Linux system programming fundamentals
  • Comfortable with fast prototyping and iterations based on customer/product feedback
  • Comfortable with re-writing bootloader and drivers
  • Enjoy R&D and tinkering with hardware/Eval boards
  • Working closely with the hardware team to spec out an ideal and fast go to market product plan
Responsibilities
  • Develop new features and integrate into existing firmware codebase
  • Collaborate with backend and frontend developers to vertically integrate new features
  • Optimize and/or refactor existing firmware code base
  • Write unit tests and automate firmware testing
  • Service interrupts from support team to help resolve customer issues
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Linux kernel development is a plus

Rhombus provides physical security solutions through advanced security cameras and sensors that are managed via a cloud-based platform. Their system integrates hardware and software, allowing clients to monitor and respond to security threats in real time. A key feature is the proactive alert system that uses AI to detect unwanted behavior and environmental triggers, sending immediate alerts to improve response times. Rhombus stands out from competitors with its scalable platform that can manage unlimited devices and locations, and its focus on security through a zero-trust infrastructure. The company's goal is to enhance physical security for a variety of clients, including schools and large corporations, by offering a comprehensive and user-friendly security management solution.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$92.9M

Headquarters

Sacramento, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rhombus raised $45M in Series C funding to expand its global footprint.
  • Partnerships with companies like Cannakins enhance Rhombus's market reach and product offerings.
  • Growing demand for cloud-based security solutions supports Rhombus's business model.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from established companies like Hikvision and Axis Communications.
  • Privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny over facial recognition technology.
  • Potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities in cloud-based systems could impact Rhombus's reputation.

What makes Rhombus unique

  • Rhombus offers AI-driven, cloud-based security solutions with real-time alerts and analytics.
  • The platform supports infinite scalability, managing unlimited devices and locations globally.
  • Rhombus integrates zero-trust infrastructure, ensuring continuous security verification and reliability.

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Benefits

Flexible PTO

Stock options

Work from Home

Medical, dental, & vision

Professional development

Office perks