Senior Embedded Engineer

Sr. Embedded Engineer – SoCRole: Sr. Embedded Engineer – SoCLocation: Onsite in Palo Alto, CA (with some flexibility)Duration: Long-term contract – open to converting to FTE as early as 8/31/25Rate: $$ W2 per hour + BenefitsWe are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. Our team focuses on providing software stack for Design Verification of the PCBAs & ECUs (Electronic Component Units) for current and next gen vehicle platforms (Autonomy, Infotainment, Vehicle Controls etc.). You will be writing device drivers for the PCBA components, doing s/w prototypes for early "h/w + s/w co-designs". You will get a chance to work with some of the smartest minds in developing embedded h/w + s/w stack for this rapidly evolving EV industry.Required QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field7+ years' experience in Embedded Software DevelopmentGood understanding of Linux and/or RTOS fundamentals, Board Support Pkgs, kernel configuration, device driver interfaces, debugging tools etc.Good debugging skills with an ability to work across orgs/teamsExperience using Lauterbach, Oscilloscope, JTAG, Flashing Tools etc.Good understanding of interface protocol stacks (SPI, I2C, Ethernet, PCIe), and board bring-upExperience with scripting language (Python, shell)Preferred SkillsKnowledge of OS internals (process scheduler, memory management, concurrency, synchronization, storage)Knowledge of hypervisor, virtualization in automotive industry.Experience with ARM cores and architectureExperience in using electronic test equipment for debugging at the hardware levelExperience with embedded toolchains (compilers, linkers, linker scripts)ResponsibilitiesWork with h/w and s/w architects to collaborate on next gen platform architecture with various SoCs and the software stack.Design, develop and deploy embedded software on RTOS for board bring-up, verification, and debugging of automotive electronics.Collaborate across multiple disciplines to deliver quality code, debug complex problems, prioritize and get things done with a high level of efficiency and urgency.Ability to debug in real time across s/w and h/w stack to understand the real issue and provide solution, work and collaborate with multiple teams if needed.Ability to crisply communicate with peers, stakeholders, customers, technical leaders and OEMs/ODMs.