Senior Firmware Engineer I

Proficient in Linux development in C, including bootloaders, kernel configuration, device drivers, device tree, and userspace tools. Experience with cross-platform development, build tools (GNU toolchain, Yocto, buildroot) and Docker containers Experience integrating/adapting Open Source Software to meet project requirements Ability to read schematics and integrated circuit device datasheets for board support package development. Experience bringing products through the full software lifecycle - from early prototyping, board bring-up, release to manufacturing, to post-release support 6+ Years of embedded software and/or hardware experience Proactive, self-directed, and good at estimating project scope and timelines Extensive experience developing on Qualcomm-based SoCs and enabling Linux on custom hardware platforms. (Ideal) Advanced Yocto expertise, with the ability to build, extend, and maintain complex embedded Linux distributions efficiently across multiple projects. (Ideal)

Take full ownership of key platform areas and initiatives, driving execution across the OS stack, aligning cross-functional teams, and delivering production-grade embedded Linux and system-level capabilities across various hardware platforms. Lead custom hardware prototyping, board bring-up, and platform bring-up across multiple SoCs Develop and maintain the embedded Linux operating system, including build systems, kernel configuration, patches, and systemd service management. Drive power and performance optimization, secure boot configuration, and device hardening to meet reliability and security requirements at scale. Support high-volume manufacturing by improving system stability, validating hardware revisions, and resolving factory-blocking issues. Influence architectural decisions across business units, collaborating with firmware, hardware, and ML teams to raise system quality and consistency. Debug complex cross-stack problems spanning hardware, kernel, drivers, middleware, and application layers; document root causes and implement long-term fixes. Mentor engineers within the team and contribute to establishing strong engineering and operational standards for Samsara’s in-vehicle OS platform.