Sr Embedded Linux Engineer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Remote
- Work setup
- Remote
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Embedded
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- Strong experience with Linux kernel development, kernel module creation, and driver debugging
- Solid understanding of MIPI CSI interfaces, camera sensor integration, and V4L2 pipeline
- Familiarity with wireless driver stacks (Wi-Fi/BT), including wpa_supplicant/hostapd and RF tuning
- Hands-on experience with embedded Linux platforms (e.g., Qualcomm Snapdragon, NXP i.MX, or similar)
- Proficient with embedded toolchains, cross-compiling, and kernel/u-boot customization
- Comfortable working with hardware prototypes, schematics, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
Nice to have
- Experience with custom PCB bring-up and low-level hardware debugging
- Familiarity with sensor initialization via I2C/SPI and power sequencing
- Exposure to antenna tuning or RF compliance testing for wireless modules
- Experience with camera tuning (gain, exposure, white balance) or GStreamer pipelines
- Proficiency with Yocto or Buildroot for embedded Linux build automation
- Experience with JTAG/SWD debuggers, bootloader recovery, or automated hardware tests
- Knowledge of edge AI model deployment
- Familiarity with USB gadget drivers, PCIe or SDIO peripherals, or low-level protocol analyzers
- Direct experience in the Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) or robotics industry
- U.S. Military Veteran experienced with tactical equipment from a user or developer perspective
- Active Security clearance
- Prior experience in a fast-paced, startup environment
Full description
Darkhive does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Due to our work with export-controlled technologies, all candidates must be a 'U.S. Person' as defined by ITAR and EAR (e.g., U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).
AboutDarkhive,LLC
Established in 2021, Darkhive is redefining the future of autonomous systems. We design and build next-generation hardware and software solutions that seamlessly integrate into critical public safety and defense networks. Our core focus centers on developing tactical, human-machine interfaces and scaling the mass production of affordable, attritable uncrewed systems alongside our government partners.
At Darkhive, we are a high-growth team of U.S. Special Operations veterans, aerospace engineers, robotics perception experts, and DevSecOps professionals. Above all, we are a mission-first culture. We believe that global teams operating on the front lines deserve high-quality, intelligent tools that ensure safety when each second counts.
If you are a free-thinking problem solver looking to build cutting-edge robotics in a fast-paced, highly collaborative startup environment, apply with Darkhive today!
Senior Embedded Linux Engineer
You’ll contribute to full-stack embedded development—from writing low-level Linux drivers to bringing up hardware prototypes in the lab. The work involves integrating high-performance camera sensors, wireless communication modules, and real-time subsystems on modern embedded Linux platforms. You'll be part of a small, fast-moving team shipping systems that operate in real environments, not just test benches.
This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the VP of Engineering. This position is remote with travel up to 25% to our company headquarters or other locations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain Linux kernel drivers and low-level system software for embedded compute platforms, wireless modules, and custom MIPI image sensors
- Build and integrate software stacks for Wi-Fi and RF communication modules, including power management, firmware bring-up, and regulatory tuning
- Port and debug embedded Linux builds on Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms (Yocto, AOSP experience a plus)
- Work with device trees, bootloaders, and system bring-up for new hardware platforms
- Perform hardware-software integration, including camera tuning, I2C/SPI debug, and scope/logic analyzer work
- Collaborate with hardware and mechanical teams to validate new designs and support board bring-up
- Support integration and troubleshooting efforts for customers using our hardware, including driver-level debugging and system-level recommendations
- Troubleshoot and optimize embedded systems for performance, stability, and RF compliance