Principal Software Engineer (Embedded OS)

TL;DR

Principal Software Engineer (Embedded OS): Leading OS layer development and maintenance for the Capital Products portfolio with an accent on secure software products and infrastructure. Focus on creating Yocto-based Linux distributions, developing BSP software, and implementing secure boot and OTA update mechanisms.

Location: Lafayette, Colorado, United States

Salary: $152,800 - $229,200

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in healthcare technology dedicated to alleviating pain, restoring health, and extending life.

What you will do

• Lead OS layer development and maintenance for new and released products within the Capital Products portfolio.
• Create and support Yocto-based embedded Linux distributions and maintain BSP software, including hypervisors and device drivers.
• Build CI/CD pipelines integrated with security automation tools.
• Implement and support networking security, secure boot, and OTA update mechanisms.
• Collaborate with product teams to define platform capabilities and document software engineering policies.
• Act as the primary Platforms point of contact for program leads and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with 7+ years of experience, Master's with 5+ years, or PhD with 3 years of software development experience.
• U.S. work authorization required (sponsorship is offered for this Principal-level role).
• Strong experience in Yocto and embedded Linux platform development.
• Hands-on experience with Xilinx SoC-based embedded systems (AMD Zynq 7000 series / Zynq UltraScale+, Kria SOM).
• Solid understanding of BSP and OS layers, boot flows, and device security.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team using Agile (Scrum) methodologies.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with the hirify.global Incentive Plan (MIP) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, including Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution and match.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition assistance/reimbursement.
• Global well-being program (Simple Steps) and Employee Assistance Program.