Principal Embedded Software Engineer

3 days ago


New York, New York, United States Persistent Systems Full time $201,000 - $256,000
Job Description & Responsibilities

We're looking for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer with extensive experience developing software (C/C++) in a Linux environment. You will be responsible for working with a team of engineers in the development and implementation of a wide range of low-level embedded software, hardware development, and the development of application software running on the Wave Relay network. This position provides the opportunity to develop technology that enables our customers to solve their most difficult networking problems.

Position Responsibilities

  • Developing and implementing a wide range of low-level embedded software (including device driver, Linux kernel modules, network stack development, porting existing software to new embedded platforms, and other low-level programming activities), hardware development, as well as the development of application software running on the Wave Relay network
  • Supporting in-house and in-the-field engineering activities including travel to customer sites
  • Traveling to test locations, military facilities, and customer sites to directly supporting the testing, evaluation, and deployment of the Wave Relay system
  • Integrating other systems, sensors, and components with the Wave Relay system
  • Writing technical proposals
Job Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
  • 5 years of C/C++ programming experience
  • Experience developing software for Linux systems
  • 10 years of experience developing Bus architectures
  • Experience with Linux driver (e.g. wireless, network stack), Linux kernel, and kernel module development
  • Must have the ability to obtain a United States security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
  • Cross-compiling & porting (e.g. make, autoconf)
  • Experience with UNIX shell scripting, network application development (e.g. VoIP, streaming H.264), and distributed systems and network protocol development
  • Knowledge of MANET / mesh / wireless ad hoc and wired networking
  • Experience with Android application development
  • Experience with Web Management CGI development (HTML, Javascript, AJAX)
  • Advanced knowledge of Cisco router/switch configuration/management
  • United States security clearance

The total compensation for this role can vary from $201,000 to $256,000 a year based on the selected individual's education and experience. Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company match; fitness membership reimbursement; tuition assistance; mental health benefits; and veterinary benefits. 

Company Overview

Persistent Systems, LLC is a leading global provider of mobile networking solutions for military, first responder, government, and commercial markets. We engineer our Wave Relay MANET and Cloud Relay technology to transmit voice, video, and situational awareness under the most difficult conditions. Through the Wave Relay Ecosystem, an alliance of industry-leading companies, Persistent unites warfighters, UGVs, UAVs, sensors, cameras, and devices on a common network. Persistent was founded in 2007 and has offices in New York City, Colorado, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, and Wyoming.



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