Staff Embedded Linux Engineer (Automotive)

TL;DR

Staff Embedded Linux Engineer (Embedded Linux/Yocto): Architecting and implementing system-level software for next-generation autonomous driving platforms with an accent on Linux kernel internals, BSP customization, and hardware interfaces. Focus on optimizing boot time, memory footprint, and developing robust device drivers for PCIe and other high-speed interfaces.

Location: Hybrid in Mountain View, CA (must be in office at least 3 days per week)

Salary: $189,000–$303,000 per year

Company

hirify.global develops self-driving technology to create a safer, more efficient, and more accessible transportation ecosystem for mobility and logistics.

What you will do

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of Board Support Packages (BSPs) using the Yocto Project.
• Configure and optimize the Linux kernel, bootloaders (U-Boot), and root file systems for custom hardware.
• Develop and debug Linux device drivers for PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, and USB.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers during board bring-up using JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Optimize system performance, boot time, memory footprint, and power consumption.
• Mentor junior engineers and establish robust CI/CD pipelines for the embedded software stack.

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work from Mountain View, CA (Hybrid: 3+ days per week)
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded Linux development and board bring-up.
• Deep expertise in the Yocto Project, including BitBake and custom layer development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for kernel-level and embedded programming.
• In-depth knowledge of Linux kernel internals, memory management, and device driver architecture.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with secure boot, OTA updates, and system security hardening.
• Experience with open-source contributions.
• Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP) or RTOS concepts.
• Knowledge of Telecommunication or GNSS domains.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work environment that prioritizes in-person collaboration and empathy.
• Competitive compensation including base salary, annual bonus, and equity.
• Strong internal commitment to safety and inclusion.
• Opportunity to solve massively complex problems alongside a team of high-caliber experts.