Embedded Software Engineer

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration thats critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals safer businesses and ultimately safer nations. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Silvus Technologies was acquired by Motorola Solutions in 2025 and is now part of its ecosystem of safety and security technologies.


With deep roots in DARPA research Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight Silvus radios form a self-healing self-forming mesh network enabling secure and reliable connectivity including video and high-bandwidth data.

Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is seeking a full-time Embedded Software Engineer to join our Software Engineering team. This position is fully onsite Monday through Friday at Silvus Technologies Engineering and R&D Office in Irvine CA near the vibrant Irvine Spectrum.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implementation of the software portion of MAC (Medium Access Control) and mobile ad-hoc networking routing protocols.
• Network management software and web interface implementation.
• Implementation of different security protocols and encryption algorithms.
• Audio streaming and push-to-talk voice application implementation.
• Analyze and improve product security and robustness to meet certain regulatory requirements such as NIST FIPS 140-3 and NIAP Common Criteria.
• Implementation of testing software for product performance and reliability testing.
• Device driver and board support package development and maintenance for both ARM and RISC-V based systems.
• Linux system customization and scripting.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Computer or Communications Engineering Computer Science or relevant engineering fields.
• 3 years of relevant embedded system software development experience; 1 year of relevant embedded system software development experience with an advanced STEM degree.
• Expertise in C programming and experience in Linux kernel driver development.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Masters of Science degree in Electrical Computer or Communications Engineering Computer Science.
• Knowledge and experience of different security protocols and encryption algorithms such as suite of CNSA algorithms.
• Demonstrated experience with socket programming and various Internet/Ethernet protocols.
• Understanding of MAC and Networking layer of a communication system.
• Experience in AMD UltraScale MPSoC and Microchip Polarfire SoC BSP support package development.
• Deep understanding of Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) network protocols data authentication and encryption.
• Linux Interrupt Service Routine development.

COMPENSATION: $48.08-$67.31USD

The pay range is NOT a guarantee is based on market research and peer data and will vary depending on the candidates experience and qualifications.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Computer or Communications Engineering Computer Science or relevant engineering fields.
• 3 years of relevant embedded system software development experience; 1 year of relevant embedded system software development experience with an advanced STEM degree.
• Expertise in C programming and experience in Linux kernel driver development.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Travel Requirements

Under 10%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our :

• Incentive Bonus Plans

• Medical Dental Visionbenefits

• 401K with Company Match

• 10 Paid Holidays

• GenerousPaidTime Off Packages

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• PaidParental & Family Leave

• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.

Were committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Formso we can assist you.

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