Embedded Software Engineer (C/C++)

Location: Seattle, WA, United States; on-site

Salary: $110,000–$250,000 per year

Company

hirify.global develops public-safety technology, including drones, ruggedized communication devices, 911 response networks, robotic drone nests, and related equipment used by public safety agencies.

What you will do

• Design and develop on-device software for indoor and outdoor drones, remote controllers, robotic drone nests, and support equipment.
• Own the complete software lifecycle from specification and architecture through implementation, testing, and product support.
• Write and maintain flight-ready C/C++ code and establish software architectures and implementation methodologies.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, perception, controls, test, and manufacturing engineers.
• Debug issues in the field, incorporate customer feedback, and support new product deployments.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of industry experience developing software for devices.
• Professional experience with C, C++, Python, embedded Linux, RTOS, and standard interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, and CAN.
• Experience developing for SoCs, MCUs, and other compute hardware, including hardware bring-up and testing.
• Experience with debugging, performance optimization, unit testing, and working in fast-paced technical environments.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• On-site work in Seattle, WA is required.

Nice to have

• 7+ years of experience in aerospace, robotics, automotive, consumer electronics, or related industries.
• Experience with displays, cameras, perception sensors, MIPI, Yocto, and FPGA HDL development using Verilog or VHDL.
• Experience with flight control, navigation, autonomy, embedded radio, and GNSS-based localization systems.
• Experience developing UAV/UAS software for commercial, industrial, or defense applications.

Culture & Benefits

• Values include innovation, speed, excellence, frugality, listening to end users, and saving lives through technology.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and families.
• 401(k) plan, maternity and paternity leave, and flexible paid time off.
• Seattle-area benefits include an Orca pass, free parking, snacks, drinks, and espresso.