Staff Software Developer, Embedded Systems/Firmware

Responsibilities

• Define multi-quarter technical roadmaps and partner with cross-functional leads (Hardware, Product, UX) to align software outcomes with broader XR organizational goals.
• Lead the bring-up of multiprocessor MCU and SoC-based hardware reference platforms, owning end-to-end delivery measured through system stability milestones.
• Lead development and maintenance of bootloaders, hardware abstraction layers (HALs), and drivers for core components like chargers, fuel gauges, touchpads, and environmental sensors.
• Manage a team of embedded developers, fostering a strong developing culture of psychological safety, technical excellence, and continuous growth.
• Make significant individual contributions by creating/reviewing designs, writing critical-path code, and executing data-driven optimizations to the platform.

Minimum qualifications:

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
• Proficiency in C or C++.
• Knowledge of Android platform development or Microcontroller Unit (MCU) Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and project management skills with the ability to drive results.
• Excellent communication and people management skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in software development.
• 3 years of experience with embedded operating systems.
• 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role.
• 2 years of experience in a people management or team leadership role.