Sr. Embedded Systems Engineer / C / Bare Metals / RTOS / BLE / Onsite

Our client is a global leader in retail loss prevention, operations management, and analytics, with operations in the IoT space. The company is headquartered in South OC, California, with a strong global presence, including offices in the UK, Australia, China, Hong Kong, Germany, France, and Canada. They are urgently seeking an Sr. Embedded Software Engineer with strong exposure using Linux, C/C++, Python, and IoT. The ideal candidate can contribute as a software developer for IoT devices. This position will require full design responsibility, from requirements through validation. There will be extensive collaboration with experienced team members and expert third‑party developers. In addition to design and development duties, this role will also involve data gathering and organizing system analysis data. Extensive development of systems will occur in our lab facility and testing and troubleshooting will be performed on live trial sites in the field. Full ownership of software, sustaining support, and bug fixes will be required. Close work and collaboration with the test team will also be required to integrate new software applications into the CI/CD pipeline. This position is 5 days a week onsite in South Orange County. Responsibilities Responsible for embedded systems development from conception through production; including requirements definition, algorithm development, firmware design, coding, test, debug and release Develop new systems utilizing embedded Linux platforms Development of firmware and software utility tools Develop embedded firmware for use in low power wireless communications and control Develop new firmware applications for multiple products and optimize existing firmware Develop tools to help validate the design; collect and analyze the data, investigate problem reports, determine root cause and recommend solutions, participate in technical reviews of the product hardware/firmware/software requirements, and generate and document the firmware for release Optimize power consumption and footprint of firmware Design and implement optimized RF communications protocols Create detailed requirements and design documentation Support product integration Quickly identify problem root cause and work closely with SQA for timely release Maintain accurate bug tracking Approve test and validation methods and plans for the firmware applications Required Skill / Must Haves 5+ years’ experience in embedded software design and development Highly proficient in embedded Linux development Experience with embedded Linux platforms including custom uboot, kernel, rootfs (BSP) Low power systems design and development Complex software design and development Extremely proficient with C, C++, Python, and other software environments. Knowledge and experience with wireless systems and protocols Deep analytical and mathematical foundation IoT product development Strong desire for application of new technologies Experience using bug tracking and version control tools. (Jira & Bitbucket/Git desirable) Strong problem-solving skills Ability to quickly learn new skills and adapt to project needs Willing to work off‑hours or night shifts on occasion. Ability to work on equipment in limited access spaces such as above ceiling tiles or under work surfaces. May require travel in United States and/or abroad Education And/Or Experience BSEE, MSEE, BSCS, or MSCS The Offer Attractive total compensation package between 150-180k Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; Life/ADD/LTD insurance; FSA/HSA options 401(k) Plan with employer match Generous paid time off policy Observance of 11 paid company holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr Motion Recruitment Partners LLC