Embedded Software Engineer II

Role Description

Flock is looking to add an Embedded Software Engineer to our Platform Team. This isn't your typical desk job! You'll be writing the code that powers our custom-built embedded hardware and drones out in the real world. Our Engineering team is made up of driven people who are responsible for the entire software stack on our devices. They enable our mission by building a stable, secure, and robust embedded Linux platform.

How you'll make an impact:

• Implement and deliver core components and features for our Yocto-based embedded Linux platform.
• Write clean, efficient C/C++ code optimized for resource-constrained hardware and real-time drone applications.
• Perform on-device testing and debugging to ensure software stability and high-quality releases.
• Document technical designs, system architectures, and test plans to facilitate team collaboration.
• Provide accurate work estimates and communicate progress effectively through the development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and hardware integration issues discovered during development and in the field.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in embedded software development.
• Strong C/C++ development and debugging skills in Linux environments.
• Foundational experience with the Yocto Project or similar build systems (Buildroot, OpenEmbedded).
• Understanding of low-level concepts including bootloaders (U-Boot), shell scripting, and basic kernel configuration.
• Proficient with Git/GitHub and a solid understanding of CI/CD workflows (Jenkins/GitHub Actions).
• Demonstrate a "First Responder" mentality: You are excited to jump into a terminal and figure out why a device isn't behaving.

Requirements

• Experience with Rust for embedded systems.
• Familiarity with Qualcomm SoCs or similar ARM-based architectures.
• Basic understanding of Linux device drivers or hardware bring-up.
• Scripting experience in Python or Bash for automation and testing.
• Knowledge of networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, systemd, D-Bus).

Benefits

• Starting salary of $115,000-$140,000 as well as stock options.
• Flexible PTO: 11 company holidays.
• Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees: including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match.
• 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave; birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.
• Reimbursement of $10,000 a year for adoption, surrogacy, or fertility through Maven.
• Annual subscription to Headspace for mental health support.
• Caregiver support through Cariloop.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Women of Flock, Flock Proud, and Melanin Motion.
• 1:1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors for tax-related questions.
• $150 per month WFH stipend.
• $250 per year productivity stipend for various educational platforms.
• A one-time $750 home office stipend.