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Embedded Engineer (BSP), Staff

9 Mothers· Engineering
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Hybrid (Austin, TX)$250k - $300kFull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Lead Embedded Engineer focused on Board Support Package and embedded Linux platform for counter-sUAS systems. Senior IC with ownership of board bring-up, Linux platform, device drivers, and OS framework; onsite in Austin, direct hire.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end bring-up of new board revisions, including bootloader, kernel, device tree, and peripheral driver development.
  • Own the Linux platform image that ships on production systems, including kernel configuration, patching, and long-term maintenance.
  • Design and maintain the operating system framework supporting application software, including process supervision, inter-process communication, logging, configuration management, and update and rollback infrastructure.
  • Develop and maintain device drivers for cameras, inertial measurement units, motor controllers, and custom hardware peripherals.
  • Establish and operate the build, signing, and provisioning pipeline for production deployment.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex issues spanning the hardware, kernel, and userspace boundary.
  • Define standards and best practices for embedded software development, testing, and deployment.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of professional experience developing and shipping production embedded Linux systems.
  • Expert proficiency in C and Linux kernel development, including driver development, device tree, and kernel internals.
  • Demonstrated experience leading full board bring-up from schematic review through production-ready peripheral drivers.
  • Strong systems programming experience in Rust or C++.
  • U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a background check.

Skills

Required:Embedded LinuxCRust or C++Kernel boot/brings-up

Benefits

  • Meaningful Early Equity: You aren't just an employee; you are a foundational owner. Your contributions directly drive the value of your stake in the company.
  • Direct Roadmap Influence: You will have a seat at the table, directly shaping our product and technology trajectory from day one.
  • Mission-Critical Work: We build systems the Department of War actively needs to counter immediate threats.
  • The Builder's Playground: Brand-new lab with NVIDIA Jetsons, high-end scopes, and 3-D printers.
  • 100% Employer-Paid Premiums: Medical, dental, and vision premiums covered; 50% of healthcare premiums for dependents.
  • Unlimited PTO: Take the time you need to stay sharp and recharge.
  • Zero Red Tape: Autonomy to make technical decisions directly with founders.
  • Austin-Based Culture: Onsite team in Austin, TX.
  • Relocation Assistance: We’ll help you move to Austin.
Last updated Oct 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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AI weapon systems

We are making AI weapon systems for the modern battlefield. Our first product EDDA is a small, low power, low cost fully autonomous-capable counter drone system. It's designed to be used on vehicles, bases, or carried - to stop group 1 suicide drones.

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