Heads UP Technologies
Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Innovative Advantage)
Kirkland, WA · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 16 days ago
PythonC++Code ReviewGitGitHub ActionsLinuxProduct ManagementJiraConfluenceFPGAEmbedded SystemsDO-178Electrical EngineeringpytestManual TestingCommunicationMentoring
About the role
- Your primary project will be a Yocto-based video encoder/decoder platform that streams HDCP-protected content over IP for in-cabin distribution.
Responsibilities
- As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will architect, implement, and own embedded software across next-generation and fielded business-jet cabin systems (IFE/CMS).
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 8+ years of embedded software development experience.
- Strong experience with embedded Linux, including Yocto/OpenEmbedded-based BSP development, kernel configuration, driver work, and PetaLinux migration.
- Hands-on experience with embedded video subsystems (RX/TX)-V4L2, GStreamer, or similar-and familiarity with HDCP or similar content-protection protocols.
- Experience with ARM-based SoC architectures (Xilinx Zynq, Qualcomm, NXP i.MX), including device tree configuration, BSP bring-up, and driver-level integration.
- Proficiency with Git, code reviews, and design reviews
- familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence).
Nice to have
- Familiarity with DO-178C, FAA, and/or Mil Spec requirements.
- IoT experience, including device provisioning, credential management, and cloud/edge connectivity.
- Experience with GitHub Actions or similar CI pipelines.
- Experience with pytest or automated test frameworks.
Skills
- Strong debugging and root cause analysis across hardware/software boundaries using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, and trace tools.
- Experience with communication interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet) in distributed or networked embedded environments.
- Experience sustaining embedded products through their full lifecycle, including post-release maintenance and field issue resolution.
- Disciplined approach to regression testing, requirements traceability, and change-impact analysis.
- Ability to ramp up on legacy codebases and make safe, well-scoped changes with minimal regression risk.
- Experience with audio/video codecs, media processing, or IP-based AV distribution systems.
- Familiarity with HDCP key management, authentication protocols, and compliance testing.
- Familiarity with Xilinx Vivado/Vitis toolchains and workflows.
- Experience with Qualcomm or NXP i.MX BSPs and vendor SDKs.
- Experience with one or more Real-Time Operating Systems (uCOS-II, QNX, FreeRTOS, Zephyr, etc.).
- Experience with ARM assembly language.
- Background in high-reliability industries (aerospace, defense, medical, industrial, automotive).
Benefits
- Medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield (Company Paid)
- Dental and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account option with company contribution, if eligible
- Company paid Long Term Disability coverage
- Voluntary Short Term Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness insurance
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Support resources
- Benefit Resource Center support
- Paid time off and paid holidays Benefit eligibility and coverage are based on employment status, plan documents, and company policy.
- Official plan documents govern all benefits.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Work Eligibility: Must possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
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