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Embedded Firmware Engineer - IoT Systems
$90,000 - 125,000
Grove Safety
Pine Grove Way 1529, San Jose
$90,000 - 125,000
Requirements
Must:
- Minimum of 3 years in embedded Linux firmware development
- Proficient in low-level driver design: V4L2 camera/ISP, ALSA audio codecs, SPI/I2C/UART interfaces
- Experience with Linux kernel compilation, BSP customization, and board bring-up for ARM SoCs (NXP i.MX or equivalent)
- Familiarity with the Yocto Project for building and customizing embedded Linux distributions
- Skilled in Debian packaging, system configuration, and service management using systemd
- Strong Python programming for embedded systems including hardware interfaces, MQTT services, and ML pipelines
- Knowledge of on-device AI model integration: ONNX Runtime, TensorFlow Lite, or similar frameworks
- Capable of building or refining ML models for audio classification or computer vision
- Proficient in Shell scripting for OTA, provisioning, and automation of deployments
- Experienced with AWS IoT Core or similar MQTT-based IoT communication
- Familiar with GStreamer or other media pipeline technologies
- Independent and proactive, demonstrating quick adaptability and ownership of tasks
- Previous experience in a small engineering team of 5 or fewer
- Regular use of AI coding tools (Claude Code, Codex, Gemini, etc.) as an integral part of development
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, demonstrating high performance and accountability
- Valid drivers license is mandatory
- Authorization to work in the United States is required; no visa sponsorship available.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of and release production firmware for a custom Linux-based IoT device utilizing Debian and Yocto
- Develop and manage low-level drivers for camera systems (V4L2/ISP), audio systems (ALSA/codec), touch interfaces, and peripheral connections
- Configure, build, and maintain Linux kernels and BSPs for NXP ARM processors
- Extend and maintain Python services, including MQTT clients (AWS IoT Core), on-device AI processes, and fleet management
- Design and enhance on-device AI models for audio classification and computer vision tasks at the edge
- Incorporate and optimize ONNX and various ML runtime frameworks for low-latency embedded inference
- Create and maintain GStreamer pipelines for video and audio streaming with hardware acceleration
- Develop and manage the OTA update system, focusing on content-addressed storage, versioned manifests, and staged deployments
- Write and maintain ESP32 firmware in C using ESP-IDF for LED controls and UART connections
- Oversee system-level configurations, including systemd services, NetworkManager, iptables, and ALSA settings
- Utilize AI coding tools consistently in daily tasks to improve shipping speed
- Occasionally travel to customer sites and events as required
- Engage in direct collaboration with the founder and a small team of engineers.
Description
At Grove Safety, we are revolutionizing building safety with innovative technology. Based in San Jose, CA, our early-stage startup is dedicated to creating a smart 5-minute drop-in replacement for conventional light switches, designed to detect threats and trigger immediate safety responses. We offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for rapid professional growth while being part of a mission-focused team. Our compensation ranges from $90,000 to $125,000 annually, along with various benefits of working in an impactful and collaborative setting.
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