Senior System Software Engineer

Who We AreHP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab. Combining startup agility with HP’s global scale, we’re building intelligent technologies that redefine how the world works, creates, and collaborates.We’re assembling a diverse, world-class team—engineers, designers, researchers, and product minds—focused on creating an intelligent ecosystem across HP’s portfolio. Together, we’re developing intuitive, adaptive solutions that spark creativity, boost productivity, and make collaboration seamless.We create breakthrough solutions that make complex tasks feel effortless, teamwork more natural, and ideas more impactful—always with a human-centric mindset.By embedding AI advancements into every HP product and service, we’re expanding what’s possible for individuals, organisations, and the future of work.Join us as we reinvent work, so people everywhere can do their best work.About The RoleHP IQ’s System Software team enables on-device experiences to take full advantage of our hardware capabilities. We collaborate with internal and external partners in a high-leverage environment that enables us to spend a majority of our time developing solutions that are unique to our hardware, sensors, algorithms, and interaction models. If you enjoy solving complex, interdisciplinary problems with a world-class team, we'd love to hear from you!What You Might DoLearn what it's like to be a part of a world-class embedded software team building a first-of-its-kind product in a startup environmentResponsible for system design and architecture Develop low-level driver and framework software in C and C++Develop device-focused infrastructure software in PythonDebug issues at the interface between hardware and softwareOptimize software for better performance and lower power consumptionCollaborate in the software engineering process with documentation, testing, and code reviewEssential Qualifications 8+ years of experience in system software engineering and embedded platform Experience in at least one of the following programming languages: C++ or CStrong background in systems design and architecturePreferred SkillsFamiliarity with modern C++Experience with Android development, Linux, or WindowsFamiliarity with optimization tools such as Perfmon or ValgrindExperience porting reference algorithms to hardware accelerators (GPU, DSP, etc)Familiarity with ARM System-on-Chip (SOC) architectureExperience developing bare-metal firmware for microcontrollersAbility to use common lab equipment (eg, logic analyzers) to debug low-level SW issuesSalary Range: $162,000 to $288,000Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLong term/short term disability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountLife insuranceGenerous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure11 paid holidaysAdditional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)Why HP IQ?HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab, building the intelligence to empower humanity—reimagining how we work, create, and connect to shape the future of work.Innovative WorkHelp shape the future of intelligent computing and workplace transformation.Autonomy and Agility Work with the speed and focus of a startup, backed by HP’s scale.Meaningful Impact Build AI-powered solutions that help people and organisations thrive.Flexible Work Environment Freedom and flexibility to do your best work.Forward-Thinking CultureWe learn fast, stay future-focused, and imagine what comes next—together.Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) StatementHP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.If you’d like more information about HP’s EEO Policy or your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity is the LawEqual Employment Opportunity is the Law – Supplement