Embedded System Software Architect
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Embedded System Software Architect
Location:Santa Clara CA
Primarily onsite with occasional remote flexibility
Role Summary:
Were hiring an Embedded System Software Architect to lead the design of the embedded software layer that connects FPGA/firmware control with high-level applications in advanced CRDS systems. Youll develop Linux-based embedded platforms device drivers and system services ensuring reliable scalable and maintainable operation. Your work will have a direct impact on the performance stability and field reliability of complex optical-electronic systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect and implement Linux-based embedded software systems device drivers and middleware
- Design and maintain APIs and interfaces between FPGA/low-level firmware and application software
- Lead board bring-up and develop hardware abstraction layers for custom electronics
- Optimize interprocess communication data handling and system services for performance and reliability
- Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration with hardware firmware and application layers
- Implement rigorous testing and version control practices for embedded software
- Document designs interfaces and operating procedures
Qualifications:
- BS/MS in Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or related field
- 10 years in embedded systems development for complex instrumentation or high-performance products
- Proficiency with Linux-based embedded platforms device driver development and C/C
- Experience with hardware/software interfaces including FPGA communication SPI I2C and high-speed serial protocols
- Track record of architecting scalable maintainable embedded systems in multidisciplinary environments
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
The salary range for this role is $180K to $200K annually. Our total compensation packages includes base salary bonus eligibility and equity.
Why Join Us
Work at the intersection of hardware and software on technology that is redefining precision measurement in close collaboration with optics analog and application teams.
About Picarro:
Picarro Inc. is the worlds leading producer of greenhouse gas and optical stable isotope instruments which are used in a wide variety of scientific and industrial applications including: atmospheric science air quality greenhouse gas measurements gas leak detection food safety hydrology ecology and more. The companys products are all designed and manufactured at Picarros Santa Clara California headquarters and exported to countries worldwide. Picarros products are based on dozens of patents related to cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology. Picarros solutions are unparalleled in their precision ease of use portability and reliability.
Honors awarded the Company include the World Economic Forum Technology Innovation Pioneer IHS CERA Energy Innovation Pioneer the U.S. Department of Energy Small Business of the Year the TiE50 Winner and the Red Herring Global 100 Winner.
Key investors include Benchmark Capital Partners Greylock Management Corporation Duff Ackerman & Goodrich Stanford University Focus Ventures Mingxin China Growth Ltd. NTT Finance and Weston Presidio Capital.
Employment Type
Full-Time
