9 Mothers
Embedded Engineer (BSP), Staff
Austin · Staff+
No sponsorshipDetected 90 days ago
RustC++LinuxCybersecurityEmbedded SystemsTCP/IPCommunicationCollaboration
About the role
- This is a senior individual contributor position.
Responsibilities
- We don't build for "what if." We build systems the Department of War actively needs to counter immediate, real-world threats.
- 9 Mothers is seeking a Lead Embedded Engineer (BSP) to own the Board Support Package and embedded platform underlying our counter-sUAS systems.
- Own the Linux platform image that ships on production systems, including kernel configuration, patching, and long-term maintenance.
- Develop and maintain device drivers for cameras, inertial measurement units, motor controllers, and custom hardware peripherals.
- Implement, optimize, and maintain EtherCAT communication stacks to ensure low-latency, deterministic control of motor controllers and robotic actuators.
- Establish and operate the build, signing, and provisioning pipeline for production deployment.
- Your contributions directly drive the value of your stake in the company.
- Mission-Critical Work: We don't build for "what if." We build systems the Department of War actively needs to counter immediate, real-world threats.
Requirements
- Expert proficiency in C and Linux kernel development, including driver development, device tree, and kernel internals.
- Demonstrated experience leading full board bring-up from schematic review through production-ready peripheral drivers.
- Strong systems programming experience in Rust or C++, with exposure to real-time industrial networking protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, CAN bus).
- U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a background check.
- You have the autonomy to make technical decisions that would take months of committee approval at a larger firm.
Nice to have
- Experience with NVIDIA Jetson platforms (Orin, JetPack).
- Yocto Project and meta-layer development experience.
- Prior experience establishing BSP practices at an early-stage or small-team hardware company.
- Active security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one.
- Prior experience in defense or other safety-critical applications.
Skills
- Diagnose and resolve complex issues spanning the hardware, kernel, and user space boundary.
- Define standards and best practices for embedded software development, testing, and deployment.
Benefits
- Meaningful Early Equity: You aren't just an employee
- 100% Employer-Paid Premiums: We cover 100% of your medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums and cover 50% of healthcare premiums for your dependents.
- Unlimited PTO: We value results, not clock-watching.
Company info
- Join an onsite team in Austin, TX, where we prioritize high-bandwidth collaboration and rapid field-testing.
Equal opportunity
- 9 Mothers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
- Export Control
- This position may require access to information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizenship and ability to pass a background check
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